Catalyzing financial independence for the creative economy
Artist Possibility Funds (APF) provides direct funding to individual artists and arts workers to enhance their self-determination and unfetter their productivity, free expression, and social impact. APF recognizes that artists across all disciplines and at every stage of their careers require direct support to develop their creative practices. Therefore, we continuously evolve, research, and refine our grant programs and establish beneficial partnerships, enabling us to swiftly address emerging needs and offer critical support to artists in areas where other funding sources may be limited.
Image courtesy of Solano AIDS Coalition, Vallejo Arts Fund Grantee. Ms. Kendra Fredericks Burks raises her hand to the sky as Catrinas make their way downtown during the Day of the Dead celebration on Saturday
OPEN OPPORTUNITIES
Investing in Artists:
Supporting craft artists in the U.S. and Territories to purchase tools and equipment
Applications due June 26 at 11:59 a.m. (morning) PT
Project support for arts-based commercial businesses in San José
Applications due June 26 at 11:59 a.m. (morning) PT
Professional development grants for artists across disciplines
Ongoing deadline
15th of every month at 11:59 a.m. (morning) PT
Grants up to $50,000 for Bay Area culturally rooted artist teams in music
Applications due August 7 at 11:59 a.m. (morning) PT
Peer-nominated grants of $7,500 supporting Vallejo-based artists and cultural leaders
Applications due August 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PT
Grants up to $7,500 supporting California changemakers in arts and culture
Applications due August 28, 2026, at 11:59 a.m. (morning) PT
Grantee Resources
Explore helpful how-to guides, tools, and publications for navigating your CCI grant award. Whether you're getting ready to submit your Final Report, seeking continued resources, or interested in serving on a future grant panel, you’ll find below resources designed to support every step of your new grantee journey.
ALL PROGRAMS
Investing in Artists:
Supporting individual Bay Area artists creating new work in performing or media arts
