The Good to Great Grant Program funds creative capital projects that enhance visitor engagement and storytelling at Connecticut's nonprofit arts, cultural, and historic sites.
Funder: Connecticut Office of the Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per project; capital project grants for nonprofit arts, cultural, or history organizations in Connecticut.
Summary: Supports capital projects that creatively enhance visitor experiences at Connecticut's arts, cultural, and historic sites.
Key Information: A portion of funds is reserved for small to medium-sized organizations (annual budget under $500,000).
The Good to Great Grant Program, administered by the Connecticut Office of the Arts, funds capital projects that aim to transform and enhance the visitor experience at nonprofit arts, cultural, or history venues across Connecticut. The program encourages projects that go beyond basic repairs, focusing on creative storytelling, meaningful engagement, and innovative integration of Connecticut’s art, history, and tourism assets. The initiative is designed to help organizations move from "good" to "great" by improving their physical sites and increasing public awareness and visitation.