[West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History](https://wvculture.org)

May 18, 2026 (Application deadline, 4:59 PM, GOapply portal)

Up to $50,000 per project; total award cannot exceed 25% of the organization's prior year operating budget; project period is July 1–June 30.

Supports public arts programming projects by West Virginia local governments and 501(c)3 organizations across all artistic disciplines.

--- ## Description The Community Arts Project Support (CAPS) program funds projects that offer arts experiences to the public in West Virginia. Eligible projects can span all artistic disciplines, including visual, performing, media, literary, and folk arts. The program aims to enhance community engagement, increase access to the arts, and foster public participation in cultural activities. Funding is intended to support a wide range of initiatives, such as concert series, exhibitions, public art, new works, and community cultural assessments. --- ## Due Dates - May 18, 2026: Application deadline (all materials due via [GOapply portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/WV/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FWV) by 4:59 PM) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum request: $50,000 per project. - Total grant award cannot exceed 25% of the organization's operating budget from the last completed fiscal year. - Project period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. - Minimum 50% cash match required (25% cash match for applicants in Appalachian Regional Commission-designated distressed counties; this lower match is limited to three years per organization). In-kind contributions do not count toward the match. --- ## Eligibility - West Virginia 501(c)3 organizations with arts-related missions. - Local governments. - County school boards. - Colleges and universities (must demonstrate arts service to the broader community, not just campus or special populations; may apply for a maximum of 33% of eligible costs). - Applicants must have: - Been in existence for at least one year. - Submitted all final reports for previous WV Department of Arts/Commission on the Arts grants. - Good standing with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s office. - An active UEI from [SAM.gov](https://sam.gov/entity-registration). - A vendor number through [wvOasis](https://prd311.wvoasis.gov/PRDVSS1X1ERP/Advantage4). - Not be listed on state or federal debarment lists. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [GOapply portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/WV/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FWV). - Required components: - Cover Sheet - Narrative - Project Budget - Organizational Operating Budget - Accessibility Inventory - Signed Certification Page - Attachments: - Documentation for all requested expenses (e.g., signed artist contracts) - Front page of the organization's most recent IRS Form 990 - Board-approved strategic plan - List of board members/officers with bios and responsibilities - List of key employees with bios and responsibilities - One letter of support from a community partner or group served by current programming - All applicants must be registered as vendors with the State of West Virginia and for Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit) through the State Auditor’s Office. --- ## Additional Information - Eligible expenses: artist fees, technical services, space rentals, travel, production, marketing, planning, accessibility accommodations. - Ineligible expenses: hospitality, teaching positions, fundraisers, general operating/administrative costs, maintenance/security, instrument purchases, historical research, projects outside WV, non-public performances, pre-grant expenses. - Projects must be open to the public. - A final report is required within 90 days of project completion (all projects must be completed by June 30). - Failure to submit a final report by September 30 may result in debarment from future state funding. --- ## External Links - [Funder Homepage](https://wvculture.org) - [CAPS Grant Program Page](https://wvculture.org/agencies/arts/grants/) - [GOapply Application Portal](https://goapply2.akoyago.com/WV/Identity/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FWV) - [CAPS Guidelines & Sample Application (PDF)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/14YwHc56CB8nfp5p0Aj_6olhLmhOvnBnq/view?usp=sharing) - [CAPS Final Report Form](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ffEohrDlEFd0Cba8CAZqG7qShr_XA3Kj/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=113382751514740718043&rtpof=true&sd=true) - [Vendor Registration (wvOasis)](https://prd311.wvoasis.gov/PRDVSS1X1ERP/Advantage4) - [SAM.gov UEI Registration](https://sam.gov/entity-registration) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-----------------|---------------------|------------------------------------------|---------------| | Jenna Green | Director of Arts | [Jenna.R.Green@wv.gov](mailto:Jenna.R.Green@wv.gov) | 304-558-0220 | For general inquiries, use the [contact form](https://wvculture.org/contact-us/).

Community Arts Project Support (CAPS)

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