Operational Grants

Application Closed

Applications open February 2, 2026.

View the timeline for more information.

The Department of Arts & Culture offers Operational Grants to build capacity and support for a diverse portfolio of agencies.

Timeline

February 2, 2026

Intent to Apply opens at 8 a.m. CST

February 13, 2026

Intent to Apply closes at 5 p.m. CST

February 23, 2026

Application opens at 8 a.m. CST

March 13, 2026

Application closes at 5 p.m. CST

July 10, 2026

Funding Notification

August 6, 2026

Arts Funding Committee: Approve Preliminary Funding Recommendations

August 11, 2026

San Antonio Arts Commission: Approve Funding Recommendations

September 2026

City Council approves FY 27 Budget

October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027

Contract Term

Resources

Arts Funding Guidelines for Nonprofits & Artists(PDF, 393KB)

NOTE: FY 27 Operational Grants Request for Applications will be available mid-January 2026.

Grantees

View lists of current Operational grantee organizations.