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Beginning on Monday, April 29, individuals and organizations in established and emerging creative and cultural fields with proposals designed to directly benefit Boise residents can apply for the annual Arts & History Grant program. The program will award a total of $150,000 for cultural projects that take place within Boise City Limits and occur between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025. 

Applicants can apply for grant amounts between $1,000 and $5,000. Grants are reviewed by a panel consisting of members of the community and the Arts & History Commission, and awarded based on quality, community benefit, alignment with the City of Boise's vision of A City for Everyone, accessibility, and management.
 
Applications will be accepted through June 14, 2024 and must be submitted online. Access grant criteria and a link to the application at boiseartsandhistory.org/Grants.
 
Applicants are invited to join Arts & History staff for in-person and virtual information sessions. Registration is required.

  • Monday, April 29, 12-1 p.m., via Zoom — Register Here
  • Tuesday, April 30, 12-1 p.m., Butte Room, Library! at Hillcrest — Register Here 
  • Saturday, May 4, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Global Lounge Commons — Register Here

The City of Boise is committed to building an economy that uplifts everybody in our community, including members of the creative economy. In its 27 years, the City of Boise’s Arts & History Grant program has funded individuals and organizations with awards totaling over $2 million since 1997. View list of current and past recipients.

About the Boise City Department of Arts & History
The Department of Arts & History is Boise’s local cultural agency dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging through accessible and place-based arts and history. Our mission is to cultivate a distinct sense of place which reflects Boise’s rich past, diverse communities, and unique natural setting. Our operations empower and serve Boise residents as we create opportunities that nurture and sustain Boise’s past and its creative economy. More information: boiseartsandhistory.org

Jennifer Yribar, Communications Manager jyribar@cityofboise.org 208-608-7051