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ActiveWashington State · 2026

Building for the Arts Program

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Agency: Washington State
Funding: Up to one-third of eligible capital costs
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Performing arts centers, art museums, and cultural organizations.

About This Grant

Building for the Arts Program is sponsored by Washington State. This program awards grants to performing arts centers, art museums, and cultural organizations for capital costs for acquisition, construction, and/or major renovation of arts and cultural facilities.

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Building for the Arts Program – Washington State Department of Commerce Shared Standards Initiative 简体中文 ( Chinese (Simplified) ) 繁體中文 ( Chinese (Traditional) ) Tiếng Việt ( Vietnamese ) Building for the Arts Program Building for the Arts was created by the Legislature in 1991 to award grants to performing arts, art museum, and cultural organizations.

The program awards grants to performing arts, art museum, and cultural organizations for as much as 33% state match of eligible project costs for acquisition, construction, and/or major renovation of capital facilities.

The state’s investment in these local projects provide: Temporary construction jobs Permanent arts-related jobs Improved quality of life for residents Program guidelines and information 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Funding Guidelines (PDF) 2025 LEED Certification Declaration (PDF) 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Stakeholder Survey (PDF) 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) This is a reimbursement-style grant and operating costs are ineligible.

The grants are funded by the sale of state bonds only. Awardees are selected through a competitive grant application process held every two years. Grant applications are screened by staff and then ranked by an advisory board of Building for the Arts.

The maximum grant award amount is $2,000,000. Ability to complete the project expediently Organizational capacity to run facility effectively Availability of other funding sources The 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Workshop was held on June 3, 2026.

2027-2029 Building for the Arts Virtual Workshop Webinar Recording (Vimeo) 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Virtual Webinar Slideshow (PDF) 2027-2029 Building for the Arts Webinar Questions (PDF) Related law: 43. 63A. 750 RCW When in doubt, ask us questions!

Please call our staff at 360-725-3075, or email us at capprograms@commerce. wa. gov with any program questions you may have.

Community Capital Facilities Michele Manu, Program Manager Michele. Manu@Commerce. wa.

gov CAPPrograms@Commerce. wa. gov

Eligibility Requirements

Performing arts centers, art museums, and cultural organizations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Building for the Arts Program?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Performing arts centers, art museums, and cultural organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Building for the Arts Program?

Building for the Arts Program is funded by Washington State. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Building for the Arts Program?

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