Grant Categories & Award Structure
Small Organization Grants (up to $5,000)
(Applications for 2026 are closed.)
For emerging or volunteer-led organizations supporting arts programming and community engagement
Organizational Sustainability Grants (up to $15,000)
(Applications for 2026 are closed.)
For established organizations with paid staff, facilities, or significant operating expenses
In administering funds from The Endowment, the Arts Council is committed to expanding equitable access to arts funding, supporting organizations of varied sizes and disciplines, ensuring broad geographic and community representation across New Hanover County, and advancing arts and culture as drivers of community vitality and economic development.
Final funding recommendations must be approved by the board of directors of the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County in accordance with its governance policies and the terms of its grant agreement with The Endowment.
Learn more about The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County.
