SFAC is thrilled to announce the 3rd annual Artistic Legacy Grant (ALG). ALG recognizes a San Francisco-based arts organization with an artistic director who has served for 25 years or more. The grant award of $40,000 acknowledges the vision of an artistic director as a vital member of the...
The San Francisco Arts Commission stewards annual grant investments through the Cultural Equity Endowment Fund, the neighborhood Cultural Centers funds and other City resources to foster the values and increase the impact of cultural equity and neighborhood arts. The Community Investments program supports San Francisco artists, arts organizations, and historically underserved communities through grants, technical assistance and capacity building, economic development, arts education initiatives and the community-based Cultural Centers.
The Arts Commission recognizes that these funding opportunities were created through decades of community activism, arts advocacy and neighborhood cultural engagement. We continue to strive toward providing equitable access to cultural resources and create more sustainable impact across the arts ecosystem.
Are you a current grantee, seeking information about how to submit documentation? Check out our information For Grantees.
The San Francisco Arts Commission is also committed to providing access to high-quality arts education initiatives for San Francisco youth. Artivist -in- Residence (AIR) grant will not be offered in FY22-23. For questions, contact Program Officer Jonell T. Molina at jonell.molina@sfgov.org or 415-252-2218.
The Cultural Centers serve the community by housing nonprofit organizations and providing low-cost arts programs, performance and exhibition space. Centers include: African American Art & Culture Complex, also home to the Queer Cultural Center; Bayview Opera House Ruth Williams Memorial Theater; Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts; and SOMArts Cultural Center, also home to the Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center.
Community Investments is overseen by the Commission’s Community Investments Committee, which typically meets the third Tuesday on even-numbered months at 1 PM. Meetings are now held in-person. The public is invited to attend. Agendas and Minutes can be found here.
April 22, 2025 / 1:00 PM
Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 416 and Online
May 07, 2025 / 10:30 AM
Hybrid: 401 Van Ness | Rm 125 and Online
July 02, 2025 / 10:30 AM
Hybrid: 401 Van Ness | Rm 125 and Online
August 26, 2025 / 1:00 PM
Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 416 and Online
August 26, 2025 / 1:00 PM
Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 416 and Online
January 04, 2019
Wi th the passage of Proposition E, the Restoration of Hotel Tax for Arts and Cultural Purposes, the San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC ) and Grants for the Arts (GFTA) will receive funding for a new Arts Impact Endowment to support a variety of arts initiatives throughout the City! We want YOU to...
August 01, 2018
2023 Grant Info Sessions Announced Upcoming Grant Information Sessions Join an information session to learn more about all of the SFAC’s 2023-24 grants and get tips for a strong application! All sessions are virtual, not held in person. See below for the unique link to each session. Can't make it...
- Cultural Equity Endowment Fund (Chapter 68 of the San Francisco Administrative Code)
- Grant Extension/Modification Policies
- Offset Policy for Arts Commission Grant Agreements
- Current List of Grantees (2018)
Art Vendor Resources
- Program Manual
- Notice to Artists
- Screening Criteria
- Example Signs and Labels
- An Evaluation of the Licensing Program: Report
- Feasibility Analysis of Program Evaluation Recommendations
- Artist Business Marketing Guide
- Market Manager Evaluation May 2019
- Market Manager Evaluation August 2019
- Art Vendor Program - Lottery Registration Guide
Helpful Resources to Boost Your Brand and Build Your Business!
SFMADE is a nonprofit focused on developing the local manufacturing sector and engaging the community with local manufacturers. They offer a “brand platform” to enable local manufacturers to better promote their wares and help consumers identify locally made products; certify that your products are made in San Francisco; provide opportunities to connect with customers through a directory and events.
The Mission Grafica program at Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts offers workshops for printmaking and screen printing as well as studio equipment rentals, all at a low cost.