The City of Renton, through the Renton Municipal Art Commission, offers grants to individuals, organizations and community groups for arts and culture projects and events that serve the general public in Renton.
Donor Name: City of Renton
State: Washington
City: Renton
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/03/2023
Size of the Grant: $10,000
Details:
The Renton Roadshow program was designed to provide opportunities for local artists to perform during the shutdowns that resulted from COVID-19. The program has become a popular opportunity bring live music and performance art to events and neighborhoods around the city.
Public Funding = Public Benefit
Projects should provide public benefit. Examples of public benefit are:
- Free public performances, exhibitions, workshops, screenings, or readings.
- Scholarships to ongoing, fee-based arts educational or training programs.
- Services that expand access and inclusion to individuals with limited physical or English speaking abilities.
Funding Information
Generally, the maximum award is $10,000 and the minimum award is $500. However, the Arts Commission may recommend greater or lesser amounts.
Project Period
Timing of Projects Projects must take place during 2023 and should be completed by December 16, 2023.
Grant Awards have been used to
- Produce one-time performances, exhibits, special events or programs that bring arts or cultural experiences to Renton residents.
- Provide opportunities for independent artists to develop and present new work in all mediums.
- Improve arts and cultural opportunities for artists and audiences from diverse communities.
- Participatory and educational opportunities for youth, multicultural, seniors, and special populations.
- Increase access to arts and cultural events by providing discount tickets and/or free educational programs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Individuals, groups of people (all ages), neighborhood or business organizations seeking funding for an art project or cultural event
- Independent Artists, Arts and Cultural organizations, including professional and community-based groups
- IRS not-for-profit status – 501 (c)(3) – is not required.
- A City of Renton business license may be required.
For more information, visit Renton Arts.