Venue Access Grants Nonprofits
Venue Access Grants Nonprofits from the Arts and Science Council supports Mecklenburg County nonprofits in accessing venues for arts, science, and history programming to boost community engagement.
Funder: Arts and Science Council
Due Dates: September 22, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per organization; amount based on operating budget; one application per cycle; funds must be used for venue access costs.
Summary: Supports Mecklenburg County nonprofits in accessing venues for arts, science, and history programming to increase community engagement.
Key Information: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities in Mecklenburg County with operating budgets under $1.25M.
Description
This grant program, managed by the Arts and Science Council, aims to reduce financial barriers for small to mid-sized nonprofit arts, science, and history organizations in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Funding is provided exclusively by Mecklenburg County to enable nonprofits to access both public and private venues for cultural programming. The initiative seeks to foster a dynamic and inclusive cultural environment by supporting projects that increase public engagement with arts, science, and history in accessible spaces.
