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Mission Support Grants


Mission Support Grants offer general operating support to Wake County-based arts organizations.

The application period for Mission Support Grants is now open!

The application for projects that take place July 2025 – June 2026 can be found here.

Information Sessions

Organizations interested in applying for Mission Support Grant funding are required to attend an information session. Each session will include information about the updated Mission Support Grant guidelines and application materials and allow time for questions. Please register for a session that best defines your organization’s annual operating expenses.

Two options for organizations with budgets under $250,000:

  • Wednesday, February 12 at 11:00 am
  • Saturday, February 15 at 10:00 am

Two options for organizations with budgets above $250,000:

  • Thursday, February 13 at 11:00 am
  • Tuesday, February 18 at 4:00 pm

All sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. Register for a session here. Details about joining the meeting will be automatically emailed to those registered.

2024-2025 Mission Support Grants

United Arts is pleased to announce the investment of $300,000 in grants to 42 arts organizations across Wake County for 2024-2025. United Arts is dedicated to helping these arts and culture organizations create diverse and inclusive art events, programs, and services for all Wake County residents. Complete list of the 2024-2025 Mission Support Grantees

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Questions?

Direct questions about programming grants to Ragen Carlile at [email protected] or (919) 839-1498 x209.

United Arts is supported by the Wake County Board of Commissioners and the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources.

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