Neighborhood & Community Arts grant
The Neighborhood & Community Arts grant from the City of Seattle funds recurring public arts and cultural events to celebrate diversity and strengthen community through creative expression.
Funder: City of Seattle
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,300 per year for 2 years (total $2,600 per project); supports direct event costs only.
Summary: Supports recurring arts and cultural events in Seattle neighborhoods to celebrate diversity, build community, and increase cultural visibility.
Key Information: Program is highly competitive; applicants must demonstrate a track record of producing public, recurring events in Seattle.
Description
The Neighborhood & Community Arts grant, administered by the City of Seattle’s Office of Arts & Culture, funds grassroots organizations and neighborhood arts councils to produce recurring public festivals and cultural events throughout Seattle. The goal is to celebrate the city’s vibrant diversity, strengthen community connections, and raise the visibility of local cultures through artistic expression. The program specifically uplifts community-driven initiatives that promote inclusion and bring people together through the arts.
