Large Capital Improvement Grants for Arts and Culture

State
All DisciplinesPerforming Arts
Organization New York State Council on the Arts
Deadline January 13, 2026

This opportunity will support arts and cultural nonprofits across the state that are undertaking impactful, large-scale capital improvements. Grants will range from $2 million to $10 million for projects that have a total cost of $4 million or more (grants support a maximum of 50 percent of the project’s total cost). This funding will support investments that allow organizations to thrive by expanding cultural programming, reaching new and diverse audiences, and promoting accessibility. These grants will also help advance the State’s goals around economic development and will require all applicants to commit to social equity initiatives and access plans that serve all New Yorkers.