Application Closed
Application opens January 5, 2026 at 8 a.m.
View the timeline for more information or sign up for an information session.
The Department of Arts & Culture offers Artist Grants to San Antonio-based professional artists working in the following disciplines:
- literary arts
- media arts
- multi-disciplinary arts
- performing arts
- visual arts
Annual grants of $7,500 and $15,000 support artists in their creation of new work. Artists can apply individually or as part of a collective/ensemble.
Timeline
January 5, 2026
Intent to Apply opens at 8 a.m. CST
January 23, 2026
Intent to Apply closes at 5 p.m. CST
February 2, 2026
Application opens at 8 a.m. CST
February 20, 2026
Application closes at 5 p.m. CST
June 2, 2026
Funding Notification
June 25, 2026
Arts Funding Committee: Approve Preliminary Funding Recommendations
July 14, 2026
San Antonio Arts Commission: Approve Funding Recommendations
September 2026
City Council approves FY 27 Budget
October 1, 2026 - March 31, 2028
Contract Term
Information Sessions
We will hold free informational sessions on how to apply for the FY 27 Artist Grants. Space is limited, reserve your spot now.
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