Creative Catalyst Grants
The Creative Catalyst Grants fund new, innovative arts projects that advance Pennsylvania’s creative sector and have statewide impact.
Funder: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 | September 11, 2026 | November 13, 2026 | February 12, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $5,000–$10,000; 1:1 cash match required; one grant per organization every three years.
Summary: Supports innovative creative projects that advance Pennsylvania’s creative sector, with quarterly deadlines and a defined activity period.
Key Information: No more than 20% of grant may be used for administrative costs; not for ongoing operations or established programs.
Description
Creative Catalyst Grants, administered by Pennsylvania Creative Industries (a division of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts), are designed to support new initiatives and opportunities that strengthen Pennsylvania’s cultural, educational, and economic vitality through the arts. The program aims to empower, connect, and amplify creatives and creative industries, focusing on projects with statewide impact and alignment with key strategic areas. Grants are awarded through a competitive process with quarterly application deadlines.
