Call to Nonprofits : Community Arts Grant now open!
Business or Organization Name: Hernando County Fine Arts Council
Project Description: Hernando County-based nonprofits are invited to apply for $1,000 in funding for community art projects taking place in 2026! The deadline to apply is October 6, 2025. Apply at www.hernandoarts.org/cag
Details: Any Hernando County education, art, civic or cultural organization recognized as a non-profit or charitable group are encouraged to apply for funding! Eligible projects include public art installations (murals, sculptures, etc.), art-focused events or performances, and art instruction. The maximum grant request is a $1,000 reimbursement with no match required.
Governmental entities, including schools, are not eligible for funding. Schools can seek funding through the Arts in Education Grant program.
Important Dates:
September 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM — Pre-application workshop (location TBD). This is a voluntary workshop for applicants to ask questions and receive feedback on applications prior to submittal.
October 6, 2025 — Application deadline
October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM— Grant review workshop (location TBD). This is a voluntary workshop for applicants to respond to questions by project review team pertaining to applications.
November 13, 2025 — Grants and award amounts selected at HCFAC meeting
December 1, 2025 — Awardees notified via email
January 1, 2026 - Dec. 31, 2026 — Project period
January 20, 2027 — Invoicing deadline for 2026 projects + final report due
Questions? Email Grant Coordiantor, Cheryl Hill, at cheryl.h@hernandoarts.org
Apply at www.hernandoarts.org/cag
