Burbank, CA (September 8, 2026) – The Burbank Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Burbank Cultural Arts Commission, is pleased to announce a new funding cycle for the Community Arts Grant Program, designed to support local artists and non-profit arts organizations, while actively engaging Burbank residents with diverse and outstanding cultural arts projects.
Grants from $1,000 – $5,000 are available to support visual and performing arts projects that encourage and provide access to the arts for all members of the community. Eligible applications and projects should:
- Expand public access to the arts and build awareness and appreciation for the art form presented.
- Educate, entertain, inspire, and thoughtfully engage residents, businesses, artists, and visitors.
- Offer a wide range of perspectives and reflect our community’s rich cultural diversity.
This opportunity is open to individual professional artists and non-profit arts organizations located in Los Angeles County. The grant recipients’ proposed projects must be completed in Burbank and directly serve Burbank residents, businesses, and visitors. Preference will be given to artists and organizations currently based in Burbank. Feedback from applicants, grantees, and the community is encouraged and will continue to inform decisions about the design and potential growth of the grant program in future years.
“The Burbank Cultural Arts Commission is proud to bring the Community Arts Grant Program to our city. With the support of the City Council and Parks and Recreation Department, this program invests in local artists and arts organizations at a particularly challenging time for the creative economy. Just as importantly, it expands access to diverse cultural experiences while fostering connections among Burbank’s residents, businesses, artists, and visitors.” Leah Harrison, Chair, Burbank Cultural Arts Commission.
Applications open on Tuesday, September 8, and the deadline to apply is Friday, October 16. For more information, including eligibility requirements, detailed guidelines, important dates, and the application link, visit www.BurbankCA.gov/CommunityArtsGrant.
Website: www.burbankca.gov
About Burbank
Burbank is a diverse community of 103,936 residents. Billed as the “Media Capital of the World”, numerous media and entertainment companies are headquartered in Burbank including Warner Bros. Entertainment, The Walt Disney Company, Nickelodeon Animation Studios, Netflix Animation, and DC Comics. With the Hollywood Burbank Airport located within the City, Burbank is a go-to destination for business and tourism. Additionally, Burbank is known for its walkable and safe neighborhoods, well-run school district, and “small town” charm.