Santa Fe’s Arts & Culture Department funds nonprofit-led cultural events that boost tourism and community enrichment through support for marketing and promotional activities.
Funder: City of Santa Fe
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 | December 31, 2026 | March 31, 2027 | June 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: Amounts vary by request and budget availability; funding is reimbursement-based and primarily supports promotional/marketing costs.
Summary: Supports Santa Fe-based nonprofit arts and culture events with a focus on tourism, offering reimbursement funding for marketing and promotion.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits or those with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor are eligible; funds cannot be used for events that have already taken place.
The City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department's sponsorship program provides funding to support a wide range of cultural activities, events, festivals, and programs that enrich the community and stimulate tourism. The program is funded by Lodgers' Tax for the Arts and is designed to assist nonprofit organizations with promotional, advertising, and marketing costs for eligible events. Events can range from small gatherings to major festivals, but all must contribute to the economic vitality and cultural diversity of Santa Fe.