Youth Arts grant
Forecasted
Youth Arts grant supports artists and teaching artists leading out-of-school arts and cultural programs for Seattle middle and high school students, expanding access and helping youth build creative skills.
Funder: Seattle Office of Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $12,000 over two years ($6,000 per year in the 2026 cycle)
Summary: Supports artist-led, out-of-school arts and cultural programs for Seattle middle and high school students.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in King County; programs must take place within Seattle city limits.
Description
The Seattle Office of Arts and Culture’s Youth Arts grant supports two-year arts and cultural learning programs for middle- and high-school-aged young people in Seattle. Programs take place outside school hours and are led by skilled artists and teaching artists. The grant aims to expand access for youth from varied racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, particularly those whose access to arts education is affected by race, income, language spoken at home, or special education needs.
The grant is part of the office’s commitment to equity through its Creative Youth Program. Funded work has included music, dance, theater, writing, visual arts, and media projects that help young people develop skills, tell their stories, and connect with cultural traditions.
