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Program explicitly states 'currently closed'; last active grant period was July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Arts and Public Media is sponsored by California Arts Council. The Arts and Public Media grant program supports multiplatform media projects by nonprofit media organizations that build public awareness and support for the arts.
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The Arts and Public Media grant program is currently closed. Arts and Public Media supports multiplatform media projects by nonprofit media organizations that build public awareness and support for the arts. Supported projects engage Californians with authentic local stories and experiences centered on the value of arts, culture, and creative expression within California.
Applicants must be either a California-based nonprofit media organization*, municipal or county arts agency, or tribal government managing a public media station.
*A nonprofit entity that has a primary activity and mission of disseminating information to the general public or a specific community through a newspaper, magazine, zine, media festival, or other publication; or radio, podcast, television, cable television, or other medium of mass communication.
An applicant without nonprofit status may use a California-based Fiscal Sponsor with a federal 501(c)(3) designation to conduct work on a not-for-profit project. Click here to schedule a 15-minute phone consultation with Maya!
Guidelines ( PDF ) ( Accessible webpage ) Application Instructions ( PDF ) ( Accessible webpage ) Application Available: September 11, 2019 Application Deadline: November 1, 2019 Panel Location & Observation Policy Grant Activity Period: July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 Arts and Public Media Program Flyer (PDF) Register now for our 2019-20 Grant Programs Overview webinar!
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit media organizations. Projects must build public awareness and support for the arts and engage Californians with authentic local stories. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified (previous grants up to $17,100 for Impact Projects). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Arts and Public Media is funded by California Arts Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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