Cultural Funding Program
The City of Oakland Cultural Funding Program supports Oakland-based art and cultural activities that reflect the diversity of the city for citizens of and visitors to Oakland.
Learn more about the goals and history of the program.
Cultural Funding News
Grant Categories
Organization Project Support Program 
Individual Artist Project Support Program
Organizational Assistance Program (This grant category is on a two-year cycle)
Funding Advisory Committee
The Funding Advisory Committee (FAC) of the City of Oakland's Cultural Funding Program is a volunteer advisory body to staff and City Council in matters relating to the program's annual recommended grant awards; policies and procedures for review or applications and award of grants to Oakland-based artists, cultural organizations, and schools; and development of additional revenue streams to support Oakland-based arts activities.
See our Funding Advisory Committee page for additional information about the committee and to download agendas and minutes.
Contact Us
Questions about the Cultural Funding Program applications, eligibility or deadlines? Email Denise Pate, Cultural Funding Coordinator, at dpate@oaklandnet.com.
