Spotlight
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View & apply on Grants.gov →Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and units of local government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, municipal authorities) running smaller creative arts organizations or programs. Grants are capped …
- Deadline
- Sep 14, 2026
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Award amount
- Up to $5,000
- Focus areas
- Creative industry
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In plain English
Open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and units of local government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, municipal authorities) running smaller creative arts organizations or programs. Grants are capped at $5,000 and support programs aligned with Pennsylvania Creative Industries' strategic plan, plus access to a grantee network and discipline-specific webinars. This listing is marked closed, so confirm status with the Council on the Arts before applying.
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Who can apply
Nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation, or a unit of local government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, and municipal authorities — Nonprofit (501(c)(3), Unit of local government
About this grant
The Spotlight Program supports smaller creative arts organizations and programs that deliver services, products, or programs aligned with Pennsylvania Creative Industries’ strategic plan key areas. In addition to providing essential funding, the program fosters a collaborative network for grantees, fostering opportunities to connect and share insights through tailored webinars organized by artistic discipline.
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