Lydia McCain Next Steps Grant for Arts Organizations
The Lydia McCain Next Steps Grant funds Erie County arts organizations to pursue strategic, research-driven advances in mission, operations, or programming for greater community impact.
Funder: Erie Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award; up to four organizations funded annually; one-year grant period
Summary: Supports Erie County arts organizations in taking strategic next steps to advance their mission, operations, or programs.
Key Information: Forecasted cycle—dates and details subject to change; check program page for updates.
Description
This grant, established by the Lydia McCain Fund through Erie Arts and Culture, provides annual support to arts organizations in Erie County, Pennsylvania, that are prepared to make significant, strategic advances in their mission, operations, or programming. The funding is intended to help organizations pursue next steps such as strategic planning, board development, operational restructuring, program assessment, or launching new initiatives to address community needs. The grant honors Lydia McBrier McCain’s legacy of supporting local arts and civic life and is designed to enable meaningful organizational growth and impact.
