Living Cultures Grants Program
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How does my organization apply? Please note that ACTA is no longer accepting applications for the 2010 cycle of the Living Cultures Grants Program. The program has an annual summer deadline, so please return to our website often for updates. The guidelines and application forms for the 2010 cycle are available for download below, but are offered for reference only. Living Cultures Grants Program 2010 Guidelines |
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Examples of eligible projects may include, but are not limited to the following: • Public presentations, such as community-based concerts, festivals, and exhibitions • Workshops and gatherings (for example, events that bring together artists, cultural specialists or community leaders to share skills and information, or to engage in discussion and problem solving) • Equipment and materials purchases (instruments, media equipment, costumes or regalia, etc.) • Conservation, creation, or acquisition of important traditional arts items • Intergenerational classes or other educational programs within a community (after school youth programs, dance ensemble classes or practices, summer programs, etc.) • Documentation of traditional arts, skills, ceremonies, beliefs, or performances • Media, web and print publications (all media and publication projects must include specific plans for marketing and public distribution, and priority will be given to those projects with the greatest potential for widespread public distribution) • Professional and leadership development (training or consulting activities that enhance or improve the capacities of an organization to better serve artists, communities, and the public) • And other activities supporting California traditional arts and artists. |
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The Living Cultures Grants Program funds nonprofit organizations to support exemplary projects in traditional arts in California. Grants up to $7,500 are awarded to projects that demonstrate significant impact on a particular cultural tradition.