Organizations with annual operating expenses above $10,000 that demonstrate a commitment to enhancing their cultural and managerial excellence and community service are eligible to apply.
Funding for the program is made possible by an annual appropriation from the Iowa Legislature to the Iowa Arts Council, which exists within the Iowa Economic Development Authority, and by the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
Eligibility
- Iowa 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations whose primary mission and purpose is focused on arts or culture and arts or cultural divisions of a municipal government.
- Eligible entities must maintain a cash operating expense budget of no less than $10,000 per year.
- Applicant must have a minimum of one dedicated staff or volunteer position that works for the organization year-round and is responsible for oversight and management of the organization.
Application Process
Program is not currently accepting applications. Applications will open again in Spring of 2027.
Resources
- Cultural Capacity Building Grant Guidelines
- Schedule a meeting with Program Manager, Jennie Knoebel to discuss questions about application
- Cultural Capacity 2024 Grant Recipients
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