[Community Foundation of the North State](https://cfnorthstate.org)

October 2026 (Full application deadline; projected)

Typical awards range from $1,000 to $2,500; project duration up to 12 months.

Supports the creation and presentation of new public artwork by artists and organizations in Shasta and Siskiyou counties.

--- ## Description The Community Arts Endowment Fund is a Field of Interest fund administered by the Community Foundation of the North State. Its primary aim is to support the creation and public presentation of new artistic work in Shasta and Siskiyou counties, California. Grants are awarded to a wide variety of artistic disciplines, including but not limited to dance, theater, music, writing, sculpture, painting, photography, film, and graphic design. The fund is designed to foster a vibrant regional arts scene, and awards are made possible by pooled donations and the power of endowment, ensuring ongoing support for artists and arts organizations in the region. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected; Fall cycle for Community Arts Endowment Fund) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant requests should be between $1,000 and $2,500. - Projects must be completed within 12 months of the grant award notification. - No formal matching funds are required, but demonstrating partial funding from other sources is encouraged. - Grants are not made for budget deficits, endowment funds, annual fund drives, land purchase, or reimbursement of costs incurred prior to the grant award. --- ## Eligibility - **Geographic Scope:** Projects must take place in Shasta or Siskiyou counties, California. - **Eligible Applicants:** - Individual artists. - Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) public charity status. - Public entities (e.g., counties, special districts, federally-recognized tribes). - Projects/programs fiscally sponsored by a nonprofit or public entity. - **Additional Requirements:** - Organizations with overdue grant reports to the Community Foundation are not eligible. - The proposed work must be new public artwork (not previously created or exhibited). - Applicants must agree to the Foundation’s non-discrimination policy. - If applying under a fiscal sponsor, detailed sponsor information and financials are required. --- ## Application Process - Review the [application guidelines (PDF)](https://cfnorthstate.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Community-Arts-2024-Application.pdf) for detailed instructions. - Applications are submitted online through the Foundation’s grant portal (link typically available during the open application period). - Required materials include: - Project summary and description. - Project timeline (activities should begin no earlier than three months after the application deadline). - Project budget (PDF upload). - For individual artists: portfolio link or CV, and two references. - For organizations: financial statements (Income & Expense Statement, Balance Sheet). - For fiscally sponsored projects: sponsor and project financials. - High-resolution photo or video related to the project. - Projects must be completed within 12 months of the award. - Award decisions are typically announced in November. --- ## Additional Information - The fund prioritizes projects that create new, publicly accessible artwork. - Past grant awards and project examples are available on the Foundation’s website. - Applicants are encouraged to contact Foundation staff for clarification or assistance. --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://cfnorthstate.org/grants/community-arts-endowment-fund) - [Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfnorthstate.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Community-Arts-2024-Application.pdf) - [Competitive Grant Opportunities Overview (PDF)](https://cfnorthstate.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Competitive-Grant-Opportunities-Flyer.pdf) - [Foundation Grants Page](https://cfnorthstate.org/grant/grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Email | Phone | Website | |-----------------------|---------------------------------|---------------|------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@cfnorthstate.org](mailto:info@cfnorthstate.org) | 530-244-1219 | [cfnorthstate.org](https://cfnorthstate.org) | | Program Officer: Justine Lehman | [justine@cfnorthstate.org](mailto:justine@cfnorthstate.org) | 530-244-1219 | | Address: 1335 Arboretum Drive, Suite B, Redding, CA 96003 ---

Community Arts Endowment Fund

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