Queens Arts Fund: Arts Access Grant
Supports Queens-based groups and artist collectives to create public arts and cultural programs that engage and reflect the borough’s diverse communities.
Funder: New York Foundation for The Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (application closes, 5:00 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: $2,500–$5,000 per project; project-based, one-year funding
Summary: Supports Queens-based organizations and collectives to create public arts and cultural programs that engage and enrich local communities.
Key Information: Only one application per group per year; projects must include a public component in Queens in 2026.
Description
This grant supports community-based organizations and unincorporated artist collectives in Queens, New York, enabling them to produce public arts and cultural programs across any artistic discipline. The goal is to bolster the cultural vibrancy of Queens neighborhoods by funding projects with a strong public component—such as exhibitions, performances, festivals, screenings, readings, or workshops—that are accessible to the local community. The program prioritizes artist-driven collaborations, cultural access for under-resourced communities, and projects reflecting the borough’s diversity. Funding is intended for project-specific expenses, including artist fees, technical assistance, supplies, marketing, and venue rental, with an emphasis on sustainable, community-engaged arts initiatives.
