Lower Manhattan Cultural Councilgrant
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Creative Learning Grant
- Who Can Apply: Individual artists aged 18+ (not enrolled in a full-time degree program), collectives applying through an individual, and nonprofit organizations, all with proof of residency or address in Manhattan.
- The Focus: Sequential, participatory arts learning programs of any discipline for older adults, held in accessible community settings in Manhattan (older adult centers, recreation centers, libraries, community centers) during 2027.
- The Funding: Request $1,000-$17,500; LMCC aims to fund as many programs as possible at the full request.
- Key Requirements: At least three sequential sessions with the same teaching artist and participants, culminating in a public event in Manhattan; one required work sample from an artistic learning context (second optional); a lesson plan with week-by-week activities and learning goals; program budget table; proof of Manhattan address or residence.
DeadlineThursday, November 12, 2026
AwardRequest $1,000-$17,500 for program expenses
Program datesJanuary 1–December 31, 2026
LocationNew York, NY
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
Age range18–
Application notesApply via Submittable (lmcc.submittable.com); the application begins with an eligibility quiz. A virtual Creative Learning and SU-CASA information session (Oct 1, 2026, recorded), in-person Applicant Labs (Oct 13-21, 2026) and virtual office hours (Oct 27-Nov 10, 2026) are optional support. Notification April 5, 2027.
ContactCreativeLearning@LMCC.net
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council