Grants for Individuals
The COVID-19 ARPA PA Arts and Culture Recovery Program (PACR) and the Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator (CEA) Program are two grant programs for individuals facilitated by the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance.
| PACR | CEA | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | $3,000 | $2,000 |
| Frequency of grant | One time in early 2025 | Runs annually, pending funding |
| Who can get the grant? | Individual Artists or Arts & Culture Professionals | Individuals who have or want to start a small business in a creative field |
| Type of Grant | Emergency Relief Grant | Tax-reportable Grant to an Individual (not a gift) |
| Application Process Starts | Application window: February 24 - March 21 | Meetings with referral partners: March 3 - April 30 Full application window: May 5 - 23 |
| Application Deadline | Friday, March 21 at 5:00 p.m. | Friday, May 23 at 5:00 p.m. |
| Length of Grant | Grant is made as one-time payment | Grant term of 1 year, August 15, 2025 - August 14, 2026 |
| Reporting Requirements | None | Grantees must submit proof of use of funds and a survey |
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