Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2027-29 Building for the Arts program.
These competitive grants can fund 33% of eligible capital costs, up to $2 million, for acquisition, construction, and/or major renovation of arts and cultural facilities. This grant opportunity is available to all Tribes and nonprofit organizations with emphasis on performing arts, art museum, and cultural organization projects.
For more information about this program, including funding guidelines, please review the Building for the Arts webpage.
Building for the Arts webinar kickoff
Commerce is offering both general and Tribal application workshops to provide an overview of this funding opportunity and answer questions about the application process.
Attendance is not required to apply.
- Virtual Workshop Webinar Recording, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 11:00 a.m. PT (Zoom)
- Virtual Tribal workshop, Thursday, June 4, 11:00 a.m. PT (no registration required)
Attend the June 4 Tribal application workshop (Zoom)
Application deadline
All applications must be submitted electronically through ZoomGrants by Thursday, July 9, 4:00 p.m. PT.
For more information refer to the 2027-2029 Building for the Arts (BFA) Funding Guidelines (PDF)
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