Innovation and Impact Grant Program
Forecasted
Innovation and Impact Grant Program supports Pennsylvania creative-sector organizations with new, multi-year initiatives to raise sector visibility and expand creativity’s role in communities and the economy.
Funder: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Due Dates: Closed (2026–2027 cycle; previously rolling)
Funding Amounts: Generally $100,000–$150,000 for multi-year projects; 1:1 cash match required
Summary: Supports new, multi-year initiatives that increase Pennsylvania’s creative-sector visibility and expand creativity’s contributions to communities, the economy, and workforce.
Key Information: Projects must extend beyond regular programming or services; fiscal agents and fiscal sponsors cannot apply.
Description
The Innovation and Impact Grant Program supports new, multi-year strategies that empower, connect, and amplify creatives and creative industries across Pennsylvania. It is administered by Pennsylvania Creative Industries, the flagship brand of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. The program funds initiatives that advance sector visibility, innovation, or both, rather than an applicant’s regular programming or services.
Visibility projects enhance public awareness through marketing, branding, and outreach. Innovation projects introduce ideas, models, and partnerships that expand creativity’s role in Pennsylvania’s communities, economy, and workforce. The creative industries encompass work including advertising, architecture, performing and visual arts, design, crafts, music, media and film production, publishing, and digital games.
