ARTS ACROSS MARIN GRANTS

MCA Arts Across Marin Grants 

Deadline: open now through Friday, December 4, 2026, at 5 PM PT

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Made possible through funding from the California Arts Council, MCA Arts Across Marin Grants will award five $10,000 grants, one in each Marin supervisorial district. The grant's purpose is to support community-centered arts and cultural activities led by Marin County artists, artist collectives, and nonprofit arts and cultural organizations. By investing in the projects that celebrate the unique creativity and character throughout the County, the program expands participation in the arts, strengthens community connections, and highlights the vital role arts and culture play in enriching the quality of life across Marin.
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Who May Apply?

All applicants must be a Marin County-based individual artist, artist collective, cultural organization, or arts nonprofit. Applicants must apply in the supervisorial district where their proposed activities will primarily take place.

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What Can Funds Be Used For?

• Community arts and cultural programs, events, festivals, performances, and exhibitions

• Participatory arts and creative learning opportunities for people of all ages

• Public art, creative placemaking, and activation of public or community spaces

• Collaborative activities that expand community participation and access to arts and culture

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What Cannot Be Supported by Grant Funds?

Applicants should review the complete Grant Guidelines for their selected program before applying. Each grant program has specific eligibility requirements and restrictions on the use of grant funds.

• State and Federal Agencies

• Operational or administrative costs of schools, colleges, or universities

• Equipment purchases

• Food & hospitality expenses

• Fundraising, lobbying, or projects with religious purposes

• Construction or debt repayment

 

Funding Priorities

Priority will be given to activities that:

• Demonstrate a clear connection to the community being served

• Advance equity and expand access to arts and cultural experiences

• Encourage meaningful community participation and engagement

• Build collaboration into the proposed activities

• Demonstrate meaningful community benefit

• Contribute to the cultural life of the district and the community they serve

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Arts Across Marin Grant Calendar

Applications Open: September 21, 2026

Applications Close: December 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time

Award Notifications & Grant Agreements Issued: March 1, 2027

Anticipated Grant Funds Distribution: May 1, 2027

Project Activity Period: May 1, 2027 – April 30, 2028

Final Report Due: July 30, 2028

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Grant Recipient Recognition

Grant recipients and their funded activities will be featured on MCA's website, social media, and through a public press release, celebrating their contributions to the cultural life of Marin County and helping advance arts for all.

 

MCA Arts Grants

MCA's flagship annual grant program, MCA Arts Grants, will continue in Fall 2027, supporting Marin County artists, arts organizations, and creative collectives. Please visit marincultural.org for Fall 2027 application details, eligibility, and key dates.

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