Join us for a virtual webinar to learn about applying for an Individual Artist Project grant, including the guidelines and application process.
Applications for this grant open January 5, 2026. Grants in this category are awarded annually.
Individual Artist Project grants support artists living in Berkeley with project-based funding. Projects must include original work created during the Grant Activity Period and a public presentation that engages Berkeley residents in a meaningful way.
Please Note: This grant category is discipline-specific.
Disciplines eligible for this grant cycle (FY27):
- Dance
- Folk and Traditional Arts
- Literary Arts
- Music
- Theater
Disciplines that were eligible for the previous grant cycle (FY26):
- Film and New Media
- Multidisciplinary / Interdisciplinary Arts
- Social Practice
- Visual Arts
Learn more about Civic Arts Grants.
Contact
For questions or to request an accessibility accommodation, please contact hamnah@berkeleyca.gov