Pierce County is now accepting applications for the 2027 Art Grant program. We invite nonprofit organizations in Pierce County to apply for funding that expands access to the arts and uplifts communities in unincorporated areas of Pierce County, outside the city limits of Tacoma.
This annual grant program supports nonprofits that deliver arts education, programming or cultural experiences specifically for youth and residents with limited access living outside of Tacoma. Eligible projects must take place between April 1 and Dec. 31, 2027.
Grants range from $500 to $5,000, and applications must be submitted online by 2 p.m. on Jan. 11, 2027.
To help applicants prepare, there will be a virtual workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 11 a.m. Participants can learn more about eligibility, ask questions, and get guidance for a strong application. For workshop details, additional information, or to apply, visit the Art Grant program website.
Since 1986, the Pierce County Arts Commission has supported local creative organizations through its Art Grant program. In 2025, $27,500 in grants funded eight projects that created art experiences for over 15,300 participants and provided 777K hours of hands-on arts experiences countywide.