News and notices

Community-based organizations, small and emerging non-profit arts organizations, and cultural institutions providing arts programming that support the cultural vitality of Portland can apply for sponsorships as part of this program.

Arts education sponsorships are available to public elementary schools, and MESD K-12 programs, located within the City of Portland for arts experiences with local arts organizations, including field trips, assemblies, and arts residency programs.

Arts for All envisions a community where everyone, regardless of financial resources, can experience and enjoy arts and culture. Through Arts for All, SNAP/EBT cardholders can purchase $5 tickets to events—opening the door to hundreds of arts experiences throughout the city and beyond.

The City of Portland's Office of Arts & Culture has published new grant guidelines for its next cycle of Operating Support Grants. Eligible nonprofit arts organizations are invited to apply.

A new report provides insights into the financial and operational health of nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Portland, revealing that Portland’s arts sector remains resilient despite challenges.

Portland City Council approved a one-time allocation of Arts Tax funds to provide additional support for local arts organizations yesterday.

The Office of Arts & Culture will launch a new grant program next summer to provide Operating Support for local arts organizations. Prior to that, community members can share their thoughts on the program's proposed guidelines.

Chariti Montez, director of the City of Portland’s Office of Arts & Culture, recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for the importance of—and need for continued funding of—the arts and arts education.