First Application Period: November 19, 2023 - January 30, 2024

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must have been in business and operating for two years before applying;

• Applicants must be active 501(C)(3) organizations with IRS form 990 on file;

• Organizations must be actively engaged in arts and cultural programming in Gwinnett County

Eligible Expenses: This reimbursement grant is limited to: Rent, Utilities, and Venue Rentals. Eligible expenses must have been incurred in 2023.

Award Amounts:

• Budgets $2 million & greater, maximum award $25,000

• Budgets $1 million-$2 million, maximum award $20,000

• Budgets $500,000-$999,000, maximum award $15,000

• Budgets $250,000-$499,000, maximum award $10,000

• Budgets under $250,000, maximum award $5,000

  *Please note, applicants should submit for the maximum award offered per category. However, full funding may not be available dependent on number of applications.

Required attachments: 

• IRS Exempt Determination Letter indicating 501(C)(3) status

• IRS Form W-9

• Rental Lease (Lessee must be the organization applying; Countersigned current document required)

  • Venue rental can be administrative offices as well as event venue rental.

  • Rent and utilities cannot be applied for work from home spaces.

• Utility Bill(s)

  • Rent and utilities cannot be applied for work from home spaces.

• Receipt of Payment(s)

• Proof of Payment (bank statements required)

Orientation: First-time applicants must attend a virtual orientation prior to submitting application.

Questions? Please see our FAQ page or contact Madison@exploregwinnett.org.