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Events DC Community Grant Program FY 2026 (Cycle 2) is sponsored by Events DC (District of Columbia). Funding for DC‑based nonprofits supporting youth participation in sports or cultural arts—could support youth ice cream eating contest as cultural/community event.
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Do you wish to continue? Investing in the DC Nonprofit Community The District is our home, too, and with venues and facilities throughout the city, Events DC is dedicated to supporting the local non-profit community. To us, being a good neighbor and an active and engaged member of the community means finding ways to give back and lending our support to those on the front lines that positively impact our city.
Learn more about our community grant program and other community initiatives and opportunities below to find out how we’re making sure Washington, DC stays the best place to live, work and play. As an active and engaged community member, Events DC is proud to continue to support the future of non-profit organizations in Washington, DC that promote youth participation in both the arts and athletics.
For Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, Events DC is pleased to provide funding for the program of $750,000 during two grant cycles ($375,000 in the first cycle and $375,000 in the second cycle). The grant program provides financial support to qualifying non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting children through sports, performing arts or cultural arts in the District of Columbia.
Cycle 2 applications will open in December 2025, with a submission deadline of 11:59 PM on February 2, 2026. Have questions or need additional information? Contact Us When submitting general questions, please do not attach any confidential documents.
FY26 Guidelines & Checklist 2025 Community Grant Awardees Video EVENTS DC COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2026 GUIDELINES (PDF) EVENTS DC COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2026 APPLICATION CHECKLIST (PDF) Community Grant Application (For reference- Not for submission) Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered: Must not have received an Events DC community grant in cycle 1 of FY2026.
Be a DC-based non-profit organization certified as tax exempt in accordance with criteria set forth by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Tax Code and granted an exemption from District of Columbia income and franchise taxes, pursuant to DC Code § 47-1802.
01; Utilize grant funding for programs or projects that support youth-focused sports, performing or cultural arts in the District of Columbia; Present a copy of an annual financial audit conducted by a certified public accountant for the organization’s most recent fiscal year; or if the organization has not conducted an annual financial audit, a copy of the organization’s IRS Form 990 for the most recent tax year; and A copy of an active business license issued by the District of Columbia Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP), formerly DCRA – Corporations Division (indicating an “active” business license at the time of application and agreeing to maintain such status throughout the grant period).
Please see grant guidelines for an explanation on active business licenses. Events DC is offering eight informational sessions for you to learn and ask questions about the Community Grants Program. Register below for the session that works best for you.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: DC‑based 501(c)(3) nonprofits certified for DC income/franchise tax exemption. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows portion of $375,000 in Cycle 2. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was February 2, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Events DC Community Grant Program FY 2026 (Cycle 2) is funded by Events DC (District of Columbia). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in District of Columbia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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