The City of Culver City offers grants for dance, music and theatre performances. Under the purview of the Office of Economic and Cultural Development and the Cultural Affairs Commission, the Performing Arts Grant Program is designed to support local arts organizations and provide enriching and accessible cultural opportunities for the city's community, including residents, businesses, and visitors.

Performing arts organizations of all sizes are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have a mission that is focused on performance, be based in Los Angeles County, and be a current 501(c)(3) organization or have an agreement with a fiscal receiver. Public performances from January to December 2024 are eligible to apply.  

Grant workshops are available for all organizations and artists that are interested in applying. Email cultural.affairs@culvercity.org to attend an upcoming workshop.

August 17, 2023 at 10 AM (virtual grant workshop)
August 18, 2023 at 10 AM (in-person grant workshop)

The Culver City City Council has allocated funding from the Art in Public Places Program’s Cultural Trust Fund, plus Sony Pictures Entertainment and the Culver City Arts Foundation have provided additional contributions. For questions, please contact Lee Lawlor at cultural.affairs@culvercity.org or call (310) 253-5772. 

Visit the Arts & Culture grants page for instructions, eligibility and application.