Artists and performers help make the arts unavoidable in Salina.

A limited pool of public funding is available to support artists’ work in Salina, KS. This fund is intended for creator use to produce arts-centered events in the city. For additional information, contact Salina Arts & Humanities (SAH) at 785-309-5770 or sah@salina.org.

Eligibility & Information

  • Applicants must be 18 or older or apply with a fiscal sponsor.
  • Funding may be used for performances, installation art, artist social events, murals, busking, exhibits, professional development, event production fees, artist fees, and more at SAH staff discretion.
  • Applying does not guarantee funding.
  • The event must be intended for public use and take place within the city of Salina, KS, between January 1 and November 30, 2024.
  • Artists who receive funding must supply a w-9 form before receiving a check.
  • This is an open application throughout the calendar year. Applicants may be funded at a maximum of $500 per application, no more than $1000 a year per applicant. Matching funds or cost-share is encouraged, but not required.
  • Notification of awarded funding will be within ten business days of the application. Funding will be distributed by check within 10 days of submission of the invoice and survey. The applicant is responsible for upfront costs. Under special circumstances, up to 50% of approved funds can be made available ahead of the funded activities.

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