The purpose of this program is to recognize and honor the efforts and achievements of charitable individuals and organizations who contributed most significantly to the improvement in the quality of life in the U.S. during the previous year. By way of example, contributions may include programs bringing arts to underserved communities and populations, programs creating opportunities for the arts and artists to thrive, and/or programs that use the arts to build bridges and partnerships.
charitable individuals (U.S. citizens) or U.S.-based charitable nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3)) who operate exclusively in the U.S.; must have been conducting charitable work in the U.S. for at least the last three years; and can show demonstrated impact during the previous year in the focus area of Arts and Culture. Organizations engaged in Political Campaigns or Lobbying Activities are ineligible
Access the official grant page to find application forms and submission instructions.
View Official Grant Page