Individual Artist or Arts Organization Grants

The Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo administers five grant programs for which individual artists, arts organizations, and non-profits may apply.

All granting cycles’ availability, deadlines, maximum ask amounts, and application release dates are subject to change. Eligibility for application is in a PDF with each grant. Active members can waive their grant application fees.

Do you need help deciding which grant fits your needs? Maybe it’s your first time writing a grant? Learn all about some of the funding opportunities for Artists and Arts Organizations in our area. If you have a project or perhaps some professional development opportunities that you need help funding, we might be able to help.

If you have any questions regarding the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo’s grants, please email grants@kalamazooarts.org or call: 269-342-5059.

The Arts Fund of Kalamazoo County (AF), the Kalamazoo Artistic Development Initiative (KADI), and the KADI Immediate Needs grant applications are online with SlideRoom. A free applicant account is required to apply. Click here to view our current live programs.

Be Part of Shaping the Arts Funding in our Community!

Are you an arts professional with experience leading creative projects or professional development? Join our grant review panelist pool. Each year, 30–40 panelists help review applications, score proposals, and provide feedback across our grant programs. Panelists receive a stipend for their time and expertise.

Interested? Register for an upcoming informational webinar to learn more about the role and how to apply. Choose the date and time that works best for you.

GRANT WORKSHOPS 2025

Are you an individual artist or an arts organization looking for opportunities to fund a project or professional development opportunity? ACGK is here to help! Our workshops are great for first-time grant applicants but will be helpful and informative to seasoned applicants as well. We have designed two workshops that will happen 12 times throughout the year to assist you with basic questions on the application process, budgeting, and how to navigate the application questions to provide clear, concise answers. All of the workshops are virtual and you can learn about them and register to obtain the Zoom link by clicking the button below:

OFFICE HOURS 2026

NEW!  We have created office hours on a first-come, first-served basis – either by Zoom or in person.  Click HERE to see availability and sign up to get the link.