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ActiveArts & Science Council (ASC) · 2026

Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals

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Agency: Arts & Science Council (ASC)
Funding: Up to $20,000
Deadline: August 11, 2026 (2 days remaining)
Status: Active
Eligibility: Creative individuals may apply. Projects must prioritize inclusive, community-centered experiences rather than professional training or internal development.

About This Grant

Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals is sponsored by Arts & Science Council (ASC). This grant opportunity supports free arts, science, and history programming across Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, delivered in public spaces like libraries, recreation centers, and parks. The program aims to make arts and culture easily accessible where people live.

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Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals – Arts & Science Council CULTURE BLOCKS for Creative individuals will open applications ON JULY 13, 2026. Programming takes place between January 1 and June 30, 2027. ASC Culture Blocks is a vital piece of ASC’s mission to actively remove barriers to access and connect communities across Mecklenburg County with free arts, science, and history experiences.

Culture Blocks is funded by Mecklenburg County and administered by the Arts & Science Council in partnership with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Libraries and Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation. The program organizes funds and supports cultural experiences shaped by residents, close to where they live, and delivered through our partnership with public libraries, recreation centers, parks, and other community spaces.

These programs are focused within historically underserved neighborhoods, with minimal opportunities or access to arts, science, and history experiences. Culture Blocks offers a wide range of programs, including though not limited to workshops and experiences in visual arts, dance, theater, writing, photography, culinary arts, music classes, film screenings, concerts, festivals, and multicultural events.

These programs serve neighborhoods in Charlotte and the towns of Cornelius, Huntersville, Davidson, Matthews, Mint Hill, and Pineville. Application Opens: Monday, July 13, 2026 Deadline: Monday, August 17, 2026 at noon EST Programming must take place: Between January 1 – June 30, 2027. Funding allowed: The total funding request should not exceed $20,000 .

Culture Blocks awards may be partially funded based on available resources and the goal of providing a variety of programming across the community. Funding decisions consider access at all of the partner facilities, diversity of age groups and program types, alignment with Block population size, and the significant role of local creatives and nonprofits in offering programs near where residents live.

One Application Per Cycle Policy: Culture Blocks is now implementing a one-application-per-cycle policy. The new policy is designed to support a more equitable review process and ensure fair distribution of funding across our community. We encourage applicants to submit their strongest proposal each cycle.

Note: Applicants will be notified of approval or decline in early October. Declined applicants will have four weeks from the date of the email notification to request feedback. Monday, May 11 @ 12/Noon – Virtual – Register here Thursday, July 16 @ 11 am – Virtual – Register here Wednesday, July 29 @ 5:30 pm – Virtual – Register here Monday, August 3 @ 5:30 pm – In-person.

Register here Thursday, August 6 @ 10 am – Virtual – Register here Staff will receive draft applications and budgets by email between May 1 2 – August 7, by 5 pm. Applicants are welcome to reserve only one time slot for a feedback meeting. Please do not reserve more than one meeting.

> Download Application Questions Creative Individuals Template > Download Official CB Creative Individuals Budget Template FUNDING INFORMATION & RESOURCES Everything you need to know about this grant offering. Access the budget template and review the guidelines. Learn more about info sessions, draft review, and contact information for the program officer!

All applicants are required to apply through our online application system (Blackbaud). Have questions about Culture Blocks? Reach out for support at [email protected] .

Have questions about your Blackbaud account? Reach out for support at [email protected] . Start you application by clicking the button below!

Culture Blocks Providers: Creative Individuals (Jul. -Dec. '26) Creative(s) Disciplines Program Description Alejandra Garnica Visual Arts To support The Art of Feeling , a bilingual (English and Spanish) arts-based program.

Elaine Alexander Literacy, Performing Arts, Performances, Writing, Theatre Workshops To support Telling Your Story , transforming a personal moment into a powerful theatrical monologue. Umayal Annamalai Visual Arts To support Explore Indian Folk Art Workshops . B Music Youth Music Workshops, Literacy, Performing Arts To support BMY’s piano program for youth and students with learning differences.

Carlotan Talents LLC Festivals, Heritage, Concerts, Performances To support the Parada Dominicana Festival , celebrating Dominican heritage and culture. Ana Lucia Divins Multicultural, Music Workshops, Performances To support Creating the Soundtrack of Your Life , a bilingual intergenerational music and memory experience.

Edith Covarrubias Visual Arts To support Family Union and Bonding Through Art , an accessible Spanish-language art program. Rana Fox Visual Arts To support Traditional Turkish EBRU (Marbling Art) classes. Dawn Gibson Heritage, History, Multicultural, Film Viewings To support Journey of Heritage , a film and panel discussion about Charlotte-Mecklenburg.

Bunny Gregory Festivals, Visual Arts, Music Workshops To support The Art of Decks: Street Art, Turntables & Sk8boards , an urban arts festival. Ignite Dance Productions Dance Workshops, Music Workshops, Health & Wellness To support Inclusive Arts Dance and Fitness for All Program .

Irlanda Ruiz Literacy, Multicultural, Writing, Poetry, Theatre Workshops To support Stories Worth Leaving: What I Want to Leave Written , a bilingual storytelling series. Toni Lovejoy Visual Arts, Photography To support Photography 101 Bootcamps + Extension Classes .

Irania Macias Multicultural, Performing Arts, Writing, Poetry, Theatre Workshops, Performances To support PUEBLOS , a traditional Latin American folklore and performing series. Madison Marks Music Workshops, Performing Arts To support One Hour Musician , an interactive music program for children. Mert Wilkinson Visual Arts To support Interactive Art: Make and Take program.

Eric Ndelo Visual Arts To support The Art of Screen Printing , a drop-in program. Niteesh Elias Heritage, History, Health & Wellness, Multicultural To support Listening Lab’s Around the World in Ten Objects program. Maurice Norman Writing, Poetry, Theatre Workshops, Performing Arts To support QueenPen poetry performances and workshops.

Patrice Commodore Dance Workshops, Health & Wellness To support Dance Without Limits , an inclusive dance program for seniors. Hoan Rahlan Visual Arts To support Roots and Colors , a Montagnard culture arts program. The Knight School Charlotte STEM Workshops To support Community Chessmates Program .

Arsena Todd Music Workshops, Performing Arts To support The Soft Return: Music Therapy for Postpartum Moms . Janeva Tyree Visual Arts To support Paint with Me art classes. Rupam Varma Visual Arts To support Mithila Motifs: Celebrating Tradition and Creativity .

Windsor Park Neighborhood Association Festivals To support Windsor Park Neighborhood Block Party . Rabie Ziad Concerts, Performances, Heritage, History, Multicultural To support Ziad Jazz Quartet’s Jazz for All Educational Concert Series .

Eligibility Requirements

Creative individuals may apply. Projects must prioritize inclusive, community-centered experiences rather than professional training or internal development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Creative individuals may apply. Projects must prioritize inclusive, community-centered experiences rather than professional training or internal development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals offer?

The current listing shows up to $20,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

When is the deadline for Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals?

Applications for Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals are due August 11, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.

Who funds Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals?

Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals is funded by Arts & Science Council (ASC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Culture Blocks for Creative Individuals?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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