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Opportunity: Cultural Event Incentive Grant Available Now

Aritistic Discipline: Arts Business, Cultural

CULTURAL EVENT INCENTIVE GRANT AVAILABLE NOW

Funding available for non-profits to host a cultural event in 2023

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The 2023 Cultural Event Incentive Grant, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, is now open! These grants are meant to expand access for all residents to a wide range of cultural experiences, support the resilience and sustainability of cultural events, and enhance the City’s overall cultural environment.

Applications are due Wednesday May 24, by 5 p.m. Award notices will be made beginning Tuesday, June 30.

To be eligible, the applicant must apply as a non-profit with tax-exempt status, and host an event open to the public within the City limits in 2023. A full list of eligibility requirements are outlined in the application materials.

Grants will range from $3,750 – $25,000 each, and must not exceed 75% of the event expenses. The total funds available for 2023 is approximately $531,000.

For more information on how to apply please visit my.spokanecity.org/ARPA.

There is an optional but encouraged application workshop where technical assistance is available on Wednesday, April 12, 1 – 3:00 p.m. at the Looff Carrousel in Riverfront Park. This workshop will also be available virtually. RSVP for the workshop by emailing Vlad Lukin.