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Cultural Facilities
Cultural Facilities Grants help Vermont nonprofit organizations and municipalities enhance, create, or expand the capacity of an existing building to provide cultural activities for the public. Applicants must own a facility that is at least 10 years old, and it must be physically located in Vermont. Cultural activities are defined broadly as activities that enhance artistic, creative, aesthetic, historic or scholarly appreciation by members of the public. This includes performances, exhibits, readings, film screenings, displays, workshops, etc.
Examples of projects eligible for funding include:
- improvements to wiring, heating, lighting, and plumbing
- accessibility features such as elevators, lifts, assistive listening systems, ramps, and bathrooms
- stage improvements such as curtains, lighting, sound, and rigging
- permanent display panels or exhibit cases affixed to the building
- fixed equipment
- improvements to environmental controls, storage, or lighting for collections care
- hazard mitigation efforts such as flood gates, sump pumps, rain gutters, sprinkler systems
- energy efficiency upgrades such as insulation, heat pumps, renewable energy systems, LED lighting
The application requires two estimates so start gathering them early.
We encourage applicants to view the list of FY2024 grantees. FY25 funding will be for projects that take place from Sept. 1, 2024 – Aug. 30, 2025.
This program is one of the seven Building Communities Grant Programs funded through the State of Vermont Capital Appropriations Budget. You may only receive a grant from one of these programs in a single fiscal year. The other programs are:
- Agricultural Fairs Capital Projects Grants
- Historic Preservation Grants
- Historic Barn Preservation Grants
- Human Services and Educational Facilities Grants
- Recreational Facilities Grants
- Regional Economic Development Grants
Contact Michele Bailey prior to preparing your application to assure that your project is eligible for funding consideration.
Accessibility
The Council accepts grant applications via an online form. If you require an alternate format or assistance to access the application, please contact the grant program manager listed above or Michele Bailey, accessibility coordinator by email or at 802.402.4614. Voice and relay calls welcome.
Grant Contact
Michele Bailey
802.402.4614
[email protected]
Guidelines and Application
FY25 Cultural Facilities Grant Guidelines
Application Preview
Application Checklist
Building a Budget
Notes and Terms
ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities
Deadline
May 6, 2024
Award notifications by August 1, 2024 for projects between September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025
Grantseeker Workshop
12:30-1:30 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024
View a recording of the workshop.
Final Report
Due 30 days after project completion. Log in to the grant portal for more information.
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