Through the Cultural Funding Grant Program, $90,000 in funding is awarded annually to support Ventura-based nonprofit arts and cultural organizations. These funds are unrestricted and may be used for organizational support, programming, and services.
The Cultural Funding Grant Program, first developed in 1993, supports the following cultural goals as stated in the 2005 Ventura General Plan:
To support Ventura’s cultural infrastructure of arts organizations and artists
To ensure comprehensive access to and involvement in cultural opportunities by all segments of the community
To support economic development and increase tourism
To enhance lifelong learning opportunities in the arts for all ages
Grant Timeline
November 19, 2020: Applications due by 12 pm (PST)
November 20, 2020: Digital upload of artistic samples due by 12 pm (PST)
December 11, 2020: Digital upload of optional video presentation due by 5 pm (PST)
January 2021: Grant panel convenes
January 2021: Arts and Culture Commission reviews panel recommendations
February 2021: Award letters mailed out
How to Submit Your Grant Application
There are 3 easy ways to submit your grant application:
MAIL packet to: City of Ventura Attn: Kathryn Dippong-Lawson 501 Poli Street, Room 226 Ventura, CA 93001
DELIVER packet in-person during the dates and times noted below to: Barranca Vista Center Attn: Kathryn Dippong-Lawson 7050 Ralston Street Ventura, CA 93003 November 17, 2020 from 3-5 pm November 19, 2020 from 9 am-12 pm
Please note: City Hall is currently closed. In-person delivery of packets is only available at the Barranca Vista Center on the dates and times listed above.