General Operating Support

The General Operating Support grant program provides direct funding to arts and cultural organizations in support of ongoing operations. Eligible organizations include nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) California organizations, units of municipal, county or Tribal governments, fiscally sponsored organizations, arts service/network organizations with total revenue of $5 million or below, and arts producing or presenting organizations with total revenue of $1.5 million or below. The grant supports the well-being of California’s cultural vitality by helping sustain a robust and diverse arts workforce and infrastructure. Funds may be used to support any eligible expenses associated with the general operations of an arts or cultural organization, including rent, utilities, and staff salaries. • Eligible organizations must have a principal place of business in California and a California address. • Eligible organizations must have a minimum two-year history of consistent arts programming and/or services prior to the application deadline. • Eligible organizations must demonstrate proof of nonprofit status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or section 23701d of the California Revenue and Taxation Code. • A one-to-one match is required for this grant for organizations with a total revenue above $250k. • The application deadline is 5/12/26 11:59, and the expected award announcement date is 9/26/2026.