Arts Impact Grant

Description

The Arts Impact Grant: Organizational Transformation and Sustainability will open for applications on Wednesday, April 22, 2026

This grant has been changed to focus specifically on projects that support eligible organizations to address capacity, governance, and other organizational challenges while developing new opportunities for transformation and collaboration.

The Arts Impact Grant no longer supports programming or production; the creation, development, or presentation of work; outreach and engagement; or touring and travel expenses. 

The updated Guidelines are available below. The updated Scoring Guide and Application Preview will be available when the program opens on April 22, 2026.

If you have questions after reviewing the guidelines, reach out to the Program Advisor supporting your discipline.

Program Guidelines (PDF)

Application Checklist (PDF)

For Collectives: Application Preview  (Word)

For Organizations: Application Preview (Word)

Review the Program Guidelines to learn about:

  • How to apply
  • Who can apply
  • Eligible projects and expenses
  • Exclusions
  • Grant amounts
  • What is needed for the application, including support material
  • How applications will be assessed

Please review the Program Guidelines before contacting the Program Advisor.

Resources

Arts Impact Scoring Guide (PDF)

Arts Impact Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

Application Assistance
This program provides funding for support services required to create and submit grant applications, project updates, and final reports for BC Arts Council grants.

Access Support
This program provides additional funding to support access costs associated with a project funded by a BC Arts Council grant.

Glossary

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the Grant Management System.

New applicants must register and create a profile in the online system. It may take up to 5 business days after we have received all required documents to process your registration request.