CALI Futures
CALI Futures, from the Center for Cultural Innovation, funds California artists and cultural workers developing alternative, sustainable, and community-focused models in the arts.
Funder: Center for Cultural Innovation
Due Dates: August 28, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; $100,000 total awarded annually (2026–2028 cycle)
Summary: Supports California artists and cultural workers advancing alternative, sustainable models in the arts, emphasizing financial stability, creative ownership, and community care.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI), is designed to uplift artists and cultural workers across California who are driving innovative, alternative approaches to sustainability, belonging, and self-determination within the arts. CALI Futures specifically targets individuals and teams working outside traditional nonprofit and for-profit systems, with a focus on projects that address systemic challenges related to income, ownership, and care. The initiative aims to foster greater financial stability, strengthen creative ownership, and deepen community connections, ultimately contributing to a more resilient and thriving arts ecosystem in California.
