Learn more about the Advancement Grant.
Manage your grant.
Application Period
Advancement Grant applications for the 2026-27 school year are now closed. Applications open annually in January. Please check back. Until then you can view the current grant guidelines below.
View and download a PDF of the grant guidelines.
View and download a PDF of the application instructions.
Apply for the 2026-27 Advancement Grant.
View the sample grant agreement. If a grant award is accepted by the district, the County will issue this contract to the district.
This one sheet provides FAQ style highlights of the guidelines -- great for a quick reference or sharing with colleagues.
Technical assistance
Drop into a Virtual Office Hours session to have your questions answered by Arts and Culture staff. We encourage you to review the guidelines and the recorded workshops before attending.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Virtual Office Hours: 10:00am – 11:30am
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Thursday, February 26, 2026
Virtual Office Hours: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Virtual Office Hours: 8:00am – 10:00am
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Application Workshop Videos
For school districts interested in applying, watch our recorded workshop videos to learn about the guidelines, hear tips for submitting a strong request, and get support on navigating the Survey Monkey Apply grant portal.
Inquiries
If you have additional questions or would like to schedule one-on-one meeting with Arts and Culture staff to discuss this opportunity, your district’s eligibility, or the application process, please contact us. Schedule an appointment directly through our Bookings page or contact Keelia Postlethwaite Stinnett, Program Specialist.