Project grants provide funding for art performances, projects and exhibits in Erie County.

Applications are accepted annually and reviewed by an independent allocations panel with ratification by the Arts Council Board of Trustees.

Grants of varying amounts are available from three funds:

• Arts education projects may receive between $500 and $2,500 from the Virginia Vieser Arts Education Fund.
  
• Projects involving music performance may apply for $500 to $5,000 from the Clarence E. Beyers Music Performance Fund.
  
• Projects of any artistic discipline may apply for $500 to $5,000 from the Unrestricted/McCain Fund.

How to Apply

To apply to any of the three Project Grant funds, simply follow these steps:

1. Check the eligibility requirements to make sure your organization is eligible for funding.
2. Review the grant application guidelines.
3. Print and complete the application form.
4. Submit the completed, signed application form and narrative to the Arts Council by August 31.

Hard copies of the Arts Council of Erie Project Grant guidelines and application form are available at the Arts Council. If you have any questions about the application process or would like feedback on your application, contact Zach Flock at (814) 452-3427.

Project Grant Eligibility

• The applicant’s principal office/activities must be located in Erie County, PA.

• The project must occur in Erie County, PA.

• The organization must be tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3), as demonstrated by a copy of the applicant's IRS determination letter.

• The organization must not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation, marital status, gender or gender identity in any program or activities receiving public funds.

• The applicant must be in good standing in accordance with Arts Council of Erie grant performance requirements and must have provided all contract reporting required to date.

• The project must be open to the general public.

• The project must occur between October 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008.

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