| GRANT TYPE | CATEGORY | # OF GRANTS | AT | approx. | GRANT AMOUNT | CATEGORY BUDGET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Extra Large Orgs (Renewal) | 11 | @ | $55,000 | $605,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Extra Large Org (New - estimated) | 1 est. | @ | $55.000 | $55,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Large Orgs (Renewal) | 12 | @ | $22,000 | $264,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Large Org (New - estimated) | 2 est. | @ | $22,000 | $44,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Mid Orgs (Renewal) | 10 | @ | $11,000 | $110,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Mid Org (New - estimated) | 2 est. | @ | $11,000 | $22,000 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Small Orgs (Renewal) | 9 | @ | $8,800 | $79,200 | |
| GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Small Orgs (New - estimated) | 6 est. | @ | $8,800 | $52,800 | |
| PROJECT GRANTS | Community Projects - Orgs | 6 | @ | $10,000 | $60,000 | |
| PROJECT GRANTS | Community Projects – Indv | 5 | @ | $5,000 | $25,000 | |
| PROJECT GRANTS | Arts Education Project Grants | 10 | @ | $3,000 | $30,000 | |
| STRATEGIC FUNDS | Rental Assistance Grant | 37 | @ | ~ | $1,000 | $37,000 |
| STRATEGIC FUNDS | Artist Hiring Incentive Grants | 18 | @ | $3,000 | $54,000 | |
| SCHOLARSHIPS | Professional Development Scholarships | 16 | @ | ~ | $500 | $8,000 |
| SCHOLARSHIPS | Leadership Pipeline Fund | 2 | @ | $8,000 | $16,000 | |
| SCHOLARSHIPS | Cultural Field Trip Fund | 5 | @ | ~ | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| SPONSORSHIPS | Assistance for Grant Writing | 8 | @ | $500 | $4,000 | |
| Total Row | TOTAL | $1,478,200 |
Our funding structure for 2025 was based off our Bridge-Year Needs and Funding Assessment. The base for 2024 funding was $925,000; the remainder was one-time approved funding and American Rescue Plan Act funds. Our 2025 grant structure represents a 60% increase in base funding from 2024. Information about how to become involved with our Boulder Arts Blueprint, which will shape the next iteration of the Community Cultural Plan and guide usage of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Tax, will be available soon.
The Macky Auditorium Fee Waiver, Roots Music Project Fee Waiver, and eTown Hall Fee Waiver awards are not included in the funding structure.
*General Operating Support funding structure updated March 24, 2025 reflecting tier changes for the renewed awards