The Madison Arts Commission (MAC) is calling for local artists and organizations to submit grant applications by Friday, March 1 to fund local projects that will “enrich the cultural landscape” of Madison.
Types of grants
Project | $1,000 - $5,000
These grants support the production of projects like art installations, workshops, and performances.
Individual Fellowship | $1,000-$2,000
Local artists of all mediums can apply for this grant to help fund their work, especially work that the public will have access to.
Legacy | $1,500
Organizations that have received an MAC grant in at least three of the last six years have the opportunity to receive additional funding to further support their community involvement.
Eligibility
Applicants are eligible if...
- They are a tax-exempt nonprofit
- They are residents of the City of Madison
- Their project fosters community involvement during the creative process
Applicants are not eligible if...
- Their proposed project is already receiving funding from another city
- They are an elementary, secondary, or post-secondary school (unless the project will affect Madisonians beyond just the students)
- The project does not occur within city limits
Get inspired
Opera in the Park is an annual outdoor music event in Madison. | Photo by Madison Opera
Past grant projects include...
Africa Fest | Strides for Africa + Africa Association of Madison
Hawthorne Tunnel Mural | Dane Arts Mural Arts + Hawthorne School
Mural Alley | The Bubbler at Madison Public Library
“On the Town” | Capitol City Theatre
Opera in the Park | Madison Opera
Seventh Annual Disability Pride Festival| Disability Pride Madison
Get involved
- Decide which grant your project falls under
- Review all guidelines
- Schedule a 15-minute one-on-one with MAC for grant writing assistance (contact info below)
- Email MAC with your intent to apply
- Fill out and submit an application before midnight on Friday, March 1