2026 Arts and Culture Microgrant
City of Calgary
Deadlines: Apply by March 4, 2026 for Intake 1 and September 2, 2026 for Intake 2
With a total of $1 million available, the Arts and Culture Microgrant supports new arts and culture initiatives and programming led by eligible community organizations that celebrate arts and culture and help activate communities in Calgary. The microgrant also supports recurring initiatives that introduce at least one new and significant programming element.
Funding is divided between two funding tiers, over three intake periods. Applicants should apply for the tier that aligns with their initiative timeline and budget:
- Tier 1 supports smaller initiatives by covering up to 100% of eligible expenses, up to a maximum of $5,000. Applications are accepted until all funds have been awarded.
- Tier 2 supports larger initiatives by covering up to 50% of project expenses, up to a maximum of $30,000.
Examples of possible initiatives include, but are not limited to: a music festival, cultural cooking workshop, drumming workshop, artisan market, temporary interactive artwork or installation, shared makerspace, theatre production, light show, cultural film screening or art exhibition showcasing local artists.
Full program details, eligibility criteria and application forms are available here calgary.ca/arts-culture/microgrant.
Please reach out to microgrants@calgary.ca with any questions.
