America 250 Grant Program

Arts projects that celebrate the nation's rich artistic heritage and creativity in honor of the United States semiquincentennial in 2026. Projects may focus exclusively on celebrating the anniversary or incorporate an America250-related component within a larger project. Program Details Wisconsin Arts Board is a funding organization that offers the America 250 Grant Program grant program to support arts and cultural programs. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by Wisconsin Arts Board through Wisconsin Arts Board. Organizations seeking funding for arts and cultural programs should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Wisconsin Arts Board or on Wisconsin Arts Board before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline Funding available: $2K. Applications are due by February 18, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports arts and cultural programs. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through Wisconsin Arts Board. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

Eligibility not specified by this funder. Requirements may still apply — confirm directly with Wisconsin Arts Board.

Award details

Award range: $2K. Applications close on February 18, 2026.

Categories

Arts Culture