This column is sponsored by Arlington Arts/Arlington Cultural Affairs, a division of Arlington Economic Development.
Artists and arts organizations who are seeking support for programs and ideas to benefit Arlington’s cultural offerings and amenities take note: starting in mid-May Arlington Arts will begin accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) for the Individual Artist Grant for individual artists and the General Operating Support Guidelines for arts organizations.
Now is the time to begin preparing to ensure a successful grant application. Start fleshing out your ideas, schedule meetings with potential collaborators or partner organizations that may be integral to your project. Please see guidelines for eligibility. Applications will be made available to those who attend a grant preparation workshop that will be announced on the website. See below for more details:
About the Arlington Arts Grants Program
The Arlington Commission for the Arts administers the grants program for Arlington County artists and arts and cultural organizations. The Arlington County Policy for the Support of Arts Organizations and Artists (as approved by the Arlington County Board on Dec. 8, 1990) describes eligibility for the program, application procedures and criteria for evaluation.
The Arlington Arts Grants Program is an important way that the County addresses its investment in our arts infrastructure. As you apply for support, consider the ways in which your work helps to further the vision and values of Enriching Lives: Arlington Arts and Cultural Strategy.[KR1]
For information about these and other opportunities for grants for artists, please visit and bookmark the Arlington Arts grants page.
