We team up with artists and organizations to boost creativity in Bellevue. Over 6,000 artists and volunteers flourish annually, offering innovative art, cultural and educational experiences to over a million attendees. Ongoing support is provided through the biannual Eastside Arts Partnerships, and yearly one-time project support is available via Project Grants. Each program has additional add-on grant opportunities.
2024 Regular Grant Schedule
Now closed to new applications. Check back in late summer and early fall of 2025 for the next round!
Timeline
Application Portal Opens August 15, 2023
Applications Due October 10
Awards Announced December
Award Acceptance Due January 10, 2024
Post-Grant Report Due November 30
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2024 Guidelines
Directrices para la subvención de proyectos de 2024
Инструкции для проектных грантов на 2024 г.
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Types of Grants
Eastside Arts Partnership Support Grants
EAP provides operating support to bring the arts to the community, recognizing the value the arts bring to our quality of life, the education and development of our children, the vitality of our businesses, and our sense of connection to the community. Applying nonprofits must have a 501 (c) 3 designation or a 501 (c) 3 fiscal sponsor and provide publicly accessible programming.
Timeline
EAP grants are offered biannually (ever two years). The next open application period for EAP grants will be 2024 for the 2025-26 funding cycle.
Add-on Grant Opportunity
While applying for an EAP grant, applicants can choose to apply for the PowerUp for Equal Access bonus grant. This opportunity aims to fill arts and cultural gaps for underserved communities.
Project Grants
Project grants, formally called Special Project grants, provide funding for arts, cultural and heritage projects that serve residents and visitors in Bellevue, Washington. We encourage innovative projects by artists, individuals, and arts organizations that fill cultural gaps and inspire new forms of creative participation.
Timeline
Project grants are offered yearly. The next open application period for Project Grants grants will be 2024 for the 2025 funding cycle.
Add-on Grant Opportunity
While applying for a Project Grant, applicants can choose to apply for the BelRed Arts District bonus grant. This opportunity aims to incentivize the activation of and work to bring the BelRed Arts District to life.
Past Projects and Organizations
Council-approved awards linked below for prior years.