Deihl Arts Grants - 4th Quarter
Deihl Arts Grants - 4th Quarter support nonprofits’ community and public arts projects in Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas, prioritizing lasting, free, accessible art to cultivate a thriving community.
Funder: Greater Manhattan Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Requests exceeding $10,000; projects expected to finish within one year of grant acceptance
Summary: Supports community and public arts in Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas, prioritizing lasting, free, publicly accessible projects.
Key Information: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization or apply in partnership with one.
Description
The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation (GMCF) offers Deihl Arts Grants through the Lincoln & Dorothy Deihl Arts Fund to support community and public arts programs that cultivate a thriving community. Grants generally support projects located in Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas. All art forms are welcome.
The current funding focus emphasizes long-term displays and projects that are free and easily accessible to the public. For public art installations, the program’s planning checklist emphasizes site safety, durability, community relevance, and clear ownership and maintenance responsibilities. Proposals generally should not seek support for projects that require ongoing funding from GMCF.
