Public Free Access
4Culture's Public Free Access grant funds King County nonprofits to provide free or reduced-cost, in-person arts, heritage, or science experiences that are open, equitable, and well-documented.
Funder: 4Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (save a draft deadline) | February 2027 (full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Grant amounts are based on documented free/reduced-cost attendance; equity investments available for organizations with expenses under $5M.
Summary: Supports King County organizations in providing free or reduced-cost, in-person cultural, arts, heritage, or science experiences to the public.
Key Information: Only current 4Culture Sustained Support grantees are eligible; strict documentation of attendance is required.
Description
The Public Free Access program by 4Culture is designed to reduce the barrier that admission fees pose for King County residents—particularly underserved communities—and visitors, enabling greater access to quality, relevant cultural experiences. Grants support nonprofit organizations in offering free or reduced-cost participation in arts, heritage, historic preservation, or science and technology experiences that are mission-based, meaningfully engage attendees, and are held in-person at King County venues with documented attendance. All experiences funded must be open and advertised to the general public, not restricted by invitation, and must provide an identical experience to all attendees regardless of payment status. The program emphasizes equitable access and requires verifiable documentation of physical attendance.
