Microgrants
The Arts Council for Long Beach offers funding for Long Beach-based projects and professional development opportunities.
Project Microgrants are available for local projects that are free, open to the public, and beneficial to Long Beach residents.
Professional Development Microgrants are available for Long Beach artists who are seeking assistance with funding for professional development opportunities, such as a workshop or a conference.
The next application deadline is March 15, 2025.
Cycle 1 Dates:
October 1–December 31, 2024
Application Deadline: August 15, 2024
Cycle 2 Dates:
January 1–March 31, 2025
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
Cycle 3 Dates:
April 1–June 30, 2025
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025
Cycle 4: Dates:
July 1–September 30, 2025
Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
If have questions or need assistance please email grants@artslb.org
Applicants will be notified as to the status of their application after the Arts Council board meeting following the application deadline. Both of the Arts Council’s Microgrant programs accept applications throughout the year until funds have been fully allocated.
Public Art Maintenance Microgrant
ArtsLB’s new Public Art Maintenance Grant is designed for artists and property owners collaborating with artists to restore and maintain existing murals and utility boxes that have deteriorated over time.
This microgrant provides local artists with funding ranging from $250 to $1,000 for the repair of these artworks. Additionally, the grant can be used for preventative maintenance, including power washing, cleaning, and applying protective coatings.
Applications now open on a rolling basis.
Project Microgrants
Project Microgrants are available for projects that are free, open to the public, and beneficial to Long Beach residents. Successful applications will demonstrate that the project supports community representation and cultural respect while also encouraging cultural diversity and/or enhancing underserved communities, neighborhoods, or populations of Long Beach.
Applicants may request a maximum of $1,000.00 per fiscal year.
*Note: a Fiscal Sponsor is not a requirement*
Professional Development Microgrants
Funded professional development opportunities must enhance the organization’s or artist’s ability to serve Long Beach residents. Successful applications will demonstrate that the opportunity benefits the applicant, the applicant’s organizations, and/or the Long Beach community, particularly underserved communities, neighborhoods or populations.
*Note: a Fiscal Sponsor is not a requirement*
Support Arts Council for Long Beach Grants
Help us support the exciting projects that Long Beach artists want to bring to local communities! By supporting artists, together we create cultural opportunities and experiences for the people who live, work and play here. From music to dance, visual arts to cultural festivals and beyond, our microgrants fund a diversity of projects throughout every corner of the city.
If you would like to make a donation to our Microgrant program to support local arts, cultural events and professional development opportunities for artists, please visit our donate page.