Capital Grants

Capital Grants focus on infrastructure, helping nonprofits expand their work and secure or improve spaces to serve the community. These grants provide seed or matching funds for major projects, such as building new spaces, remodeling venues or improving accessibility in Vancouver.

Capital Grants are offered on a two-year cycle and allow multi-year projects to match construction schedules. They help ensure Vancouver’s cultural infrastructure grows alongside the community.

Award: $300,000+
Timing: Two-year cycle, allows multi-year projects

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.
• Have at least two years of experience providing public cultural programs or activities in Vancouver.
• Have an official business address in Vancouver 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

The timeline to open Capital Grants will be announced this fall for funding in 2027. Follow us on Instagram and sign up for our email list to stay updated and receive notifications when applications open.