Arts, Culture & Heritage Grants
The City of Kelowna offers four categories of grants to non-profit organizations, each year. The purpose of these grants is to enrich the art, culture and heritage experience for Kelowna residents. These grants are awarded on an annual basis and organizations may apply for grants under more than one category in the same calendar year. Eligible organizations must be incorporated as a non-profit society and operate primarily in Kelowna.
Grants available include:
2012 Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant Recipients
Operating Grants
Operating grants are available to arts, culture and heritage organizations that carry out the majority of their work in Kelowna. These grants support the operations of the organization, but are not to be used for startup, events, or capital projects.
This grant acknowledges the work these organizations do and how they positively contribute to Kelowna's quality of life, identity and economy. Grants are extended to recipients who demonstrate vision, accountability and a spirit of community service in their operations.
Project Grants
Project grants are available to community organizations, which provide a festival, event or project featuring arts, culture and/or heritage based elements for the benefit of Kelowna residents. Eligible organizations are not required to be from the arts, culture or heritage sector.
The program acknowledges that new initiatives need seed money and existing projects may need support to help them grow.
All festivals, events and projects must be accessible to the public, offer a unique experience, and prominently feature arts, culture or heritage content. Funding is provided for up to three consecutive years on a matching 50/50 basis.
Community Public Art (CPA) Grants
Community Public Art is a collaborative, collective creative process between a professional artist and the community. It encourages the creation of publicly accessible artworks, fosters community pride, identity and reflects the diversity of the community.
One or more projects will be considered each year based on the applications received and reviewed by the Public Art Committee. Funding is provided on a matching 50/50 basis. The City welcomes proposals for projects using either traditional or new art practices.
Contact Us
Cultural Services Branch
culture@kelowna.ca
250 469-8811