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Ventura County Arts Council — $5k and $10k grants available for artists – APPLY NOW by June 1st!

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ARTIST GRANT OPPORTUNITY!
Are you an individual artist who has a unique artistic vision, a sustained commitment to creative practice, and engages to make an impact on the cultural ecosystem in your community? If so, this grant opportunity is for you!

The California Arts Council’s Individual Artists Fellowship program uplifts and celebrates California artists across all disciplines and traditions, highlights their excellence, and acknowledges their leadership in shaping traditional and contemporary cultures.

The online grant application deadline is June 1, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Learn More / Apply
Administered on the Central Coast by Arts Council Santa Cruz

County in partnership with us and other regional arts agencies, the Individual Artist Fellowship provides unrestricted funding to artists and culture bearers

across all disciplines, supporting the continued development of creative work.
Fellowship Levels:

Emerging Artist — $5,000

Established Artist — $10,000

Legacy Artist — $50,000

Who Can Apply:

Artists & culture bearers in any discipline living in the Central Coast region, including Ventura County.
Want Application Tips?:

Arts Council Santa Cruz’s hosted a recent Zoom presentation with an overview and tips on the application process:

Watch the Recording

Download Presentation Slides

Panelists Needed!

A diverse pool of panelists is important to ensure the integrity of the grant review process for all Individual Artist Fellowship applicants. If you or someone you know are interested in volunteering as a panelist, please complete this online form.

 
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