City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Virtual Workshop

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As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Santa Barbara-based organizations are invited to apply for any one of the three grant programs: Community Arts, Organizational Development, and Community Events and Festivals. The programs are intended to provide arts access for underserved communities, support diverse nonprofits, and catalyze events and festivals that enhance local economic and community vitality. 

To be eligible, applicants must have nonprofit 501c3 status or a nonprofit fiscal sponsor and attend a mandatory informational workshop. Applications are being accepted through August 15, 2025, at 5 p.m.

Register to attend the August 5 Workshop

To request Spanish interpretation services for Thursday’s grant workshop, please email Hannah Rubalcava at Hannah@sbac.ca.gov.

In-person Workshop
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Noon. to 1:30 p.m.
David Gebhard Meeting Room (630 Garden St.)

For more information, visit City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Application Opens July 1