Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission Grant Applications Open Now

The Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission (AHC) is now accepting applications for its annual Project Grant program. Nonprofit organizations with missions that include providing arts, humanities, history or cultural programming and services in Virginia Beach are invited to apply online by 5 p.m., Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.

Organizations do not need to be based in Virginia Beach as long as the projects take place in the city. Project Grant awards cover up to 50% of total costs for eligible projects occurring between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027. 

Applicants will present to the AHC in person on March 27, 2026. AHC will issue awards and contracts before July 1, 2026. 

Learn How to Apply

Prospective applicants may attend one of two optional, free virtual workshops for details and tips for submitting an application: 

• Tuesday, Jan. 13, noon 
• Thursday, Jan. 22, noon 

Applicants may also book a virtual appointment with Lisa Wigginton, grants manager.  

Additional Grants

Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs and the Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission provide several arts and cultural grant opportunities.

• Local artists and community-based organizations are invited to apply online for Creative Neighborhoods Grants to fund projects that beautify public spaces, celebrate local culture and engage residents in the artistic process.  The deadline to apply is Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.
• Designed to help build cultural equity in the arts in Virginia Beach, the Community Cultural Arts Grant (CCAG) provides support for arts-based projects that bring the community together to celebrate cultural and ethnic diversity. Projects must occur before June 30, 2026. Application deadline is Feb. 6. 
• The Organizational Development Grant (ODG) supports arts and humanities leaders (professional administrators and board members) in acquiring skills and practical tools that hone their ability to lead, develop and sustain the overall health and vitality of arts and humanities organizations. Funds are available until exhausted. Applications must be submitted 12 days prior to a Virginia Beach AHC Executive Committee meeting for review.  

For more information on grant information and availability, visit the Cultural Affairs grant opportunities page or email artsinfo@vbgov.com.

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