2026 Project Grant Cycle- Application Closed
Gwinnett Creativity Fund (GCF) Project Grants provide support for arts and cultural projects, initiatives or programming. Projects may range from visual and performing arts programming, theatre, music, film, and arts education.
The current application cycle is CLOSED.
Public Art Projects should plan to apply for the 2026 Placemaking grant (opening spring of 2026)
2025 Project Grant Recipients
2026 Project Grant Timeline
- 2026 Project Grant Guidelines linked above.
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: Midnight, January 31, 2026
- ZOOM ORIENTATION: By appointment (required of first-time applicants)
- NOTIFICATION: February, 2026
- PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION PERIOD: January 15 - November 15, 2026
- FINAL REPORT DEADLINE: 45 days after project completion OR no later than December 1, 2026
Funding Priorities For 2026
501(c)(3) arts, cultural and entertainment organizations and Public Arts Commissions that have substantial, current and ongoing involvement or impact in Gwinnett’s arts and cultural landscape providing evidence of innovative community engagement, participation and measurable cultural impact. The GCF will prioritize:
- Gwinnett non-profits based in and serving Gwinnett County
- Other 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (not necessarily based in Gwinnett County) who have documented partnerships with Gwinnett arts organizations, educational institutions, community groups or municipal entities with programs serving Gwinnett County residents
- First-Time Applicants
- Small to mid-sized organizations
Contact gcf@exploregwinnett.org with eligibility questions or to book an orientation.