Comprehensive Grants

Comprehensive Grants focus on strengthening the stability and capacity of cultural organizations in Vancouver. These grants provide unrestricted, multi-year funding to support operating costs, upgrade technology, sustain ongoing programs, invest in research and development, or expand free and low-cost programs for the community.

Offered on an annual cycle, funded organizations can reapply. Comprehensive Grants help maintain consistent cultural offerings that contribute to Vancouver’s identity and vibrancy.

Award: $100,000–$300,000
Timing: Multi-year grants, open on an annual cycle

Eligibility

To apply, your organization must meet these requirements:

• The main purpose and majority of activities must advance or preserve arts, culture, heritage or science.
• Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated in Washington State and recognized by the IRS. If your organization is not a 501(c)(3) or if you are an individual, you can apply with a nonprofit Fiscal Sponsor. You must include a letter of commitment from them with your application.
• Have at least two years of experience providing public cultural programs or activities in Vancouver.
• Have an official business address in Vancouver city limits. Organizations outside Vancouver may apply if at least 55% of public programming happens within city limits.
• To see if a location is within Vancouver city limits, enter the address in the Vancouver City Limits Map. A flag icon will show your location and confirm whether it is inside or outside city limits.

Explore your eligibility step-by-step with our Eligibility Checker tool.

How to Apply

Comprehensive Grants will open this summer for funding in 2026-27. Follow us on Instagram and sign up for our email list to stay connected and receive notifications when applications open.