Overview
The East Arts (EA) grant program supports nonprofit arts, humanities, arts education, and service organizations. Strong applicants showcase their contributions to DC as a world-class cultural capital.
Program Objectives
This grant opportunity program goals are to:
- Provide access to high-quality arts and humanities experiences for residents of the NE and SE quadrants of the District of Columbia.
- Enhance the quality of life of District residents by supporting vibrant community identities through the arts and humanities.
- Support activities that highlight and elevate the creative excellence and accomplishments of artists and arts programing in NE and SE DC.
FY 2027 EA Request for Applications
The Commission on the Arts and Humanities seeks applications for the FY27 East Arts (EA) Grant Program.
| Release: | Tuesday, April 21, 2026 |
| Submission Deadline: | 5 pm ET on Thursday, May 22, 2026 |
| Total Amount of Funding to be Awarded: | Contingent upon funding |
| Anticipated Number of Awards: | Contingent upon number of applicants |
| Maximum Amount for Organization Awards | $35,000 |
| Workshops and Live Chats: | RSVP on Eventbrite |
Staff Contact:
- Patience Rowe, Grant Manager | [email protected]
View the FY27 EA documents by downloading the PDF of the RFA, or navigate the RFA on our website using the Table of Contents below.
Table of Contents
- Description of Funding Opportunity
- Eligibility Information
- Grant Application Process
- Application Review Process
- Award Administration Information
- CAH Contact
- Addendum A: Work Samples and Supplementary Materials
- Addendum B: Disciplines and Definitions