Deschutes County Accepting Applications for Arts and Culture Grant Program

The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners are accepting applications for the County’s Arts & Culture grants program. 

This marks the sixth year that Deschutes County will offer this grant opportunity, which is designed to increase arts and culture opportunities and make arts and culture education available to Deschutes County residents. 

Last year, 15 groups were selected for grants ranging from $1,000 to $4,000. Funding is supplied by the County’s portion of proceeds from video lottery gaming. 

Eligible applicants are local non-profit organizations with programs or projects that meet the following criteria:

• Seek to increase arts and culture opportunities in Deschutes County
• Make arts and culture education available to Deschutes County residents

Organizations interested in being considered can apply online at www.deschutes.org/grants.

Applications are due by 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23. 

Recipient organizations are expected to be announced in January and funds will be awarded quickly thereafter. 

Media Contact: Stephanie Robinson, Grants and Operations Specialist, (541) 330-4627