Arts in Parks
The Arts in Parks grant funds artists and groups to create culturally diverse arts festivals and events in Seattle parks, with a focus on underserved neighborhoods and community connection.
Funder: City of Seattle
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,000–$8,000 per project; most awards in the $2,000–$8,000 range; annual total funding approx. $200,000+
Summary: Supports artists, community groups, and organizations to produce arts festivals and events in Seattle parks, prioritizing underserved neighborhoods and cultural diversity.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and may change.
Description
Arts in Parks is a collaborative grant program by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture and Seattle Parks and Recreation. The program funds neighborhood arts councils, community groups, and individual artists to activate Seattle’s parks with new or existing arts festivals and events. The primary goal is to promote arts, celebrate cultural diversity, and foster community connections, with a strong focus on projects in underserved and economically challenged neighborhoods. Priority is given to applicants most affected by systemic oppression, including low-income individuals, people with disabilities, immigrants, refugees, and communities of color.
