Creative Catalyst Grant Program
The Creative Catalyst Grant Program from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts funds innovative projects that advance and connect Pennsylvania’s creative sector with broad regional or statewide impact.
Funder: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 | September 11, 2026 | November 13, 2026 | February 12, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per award; 1:1 cash match required; project period up to 12 months; reimbursement-based.
Summary: Supports innovative, high-impact projects that empower and connect Pennsylvania’s creative sector with statewide or broad regional impact.
Key Information: Not open to individuals, for-profits, or fiscal sponsors; organizations may receive only once every 3 years.
Description
The Creative Catalyst Grant Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, funds new and innovative initiatives designed to empower, connect, and amplify creatives and creative industries across Pennsylvania. The program targets projects that contribute to the state’s communities, economy, and workforce and encourages applicants to align their proposals with one or more of five strategic areas: asset development, workforce development, community development, visibility, and policy. Projects must demonstrate the potential for broad regional or statewide impact and are intended to support unique, strategic opportunities rather than ongoing or regularly recurring activities.
