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Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants
Supports innovative arts projects by non-profit organizations
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
IDEA Grants provide up to $3,000 to support flexible, one-time arts programming opportunities led by not-for-profit organizations without an arts mandate. Funding is intended for new, innovative, developmental, or experimental arts projects and events that increase access to and participation in the arts.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations without an artistic mandate that wish to develop an artistic program.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations with an artistic mandate or for-profit organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants?
IDEA Grants provide up to $3,000 to support flexible, one-time arts programming opportunities led by not-for-profit organizations without an arts mandate. Funding is intended for new, innovative, developmental, or experimental arts projects and events that increase access to and participation in the arts.
How much funding can be received?
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants program?
To be eligible for the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants program, you must:
Not-for-profit organization without an arts mandate.
Based in Saanich, Victoria, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Metchosin, Sooke, or Southern Gulf Islands Electoral Area.
Not eligible for other CRD Arts & Culture Support Service programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants?
You can contact Capital Regional District.
Where is the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants available?
The Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants?
Arts Funding Program - IDEA Grants is funded by Capital Regional District
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