Fulton County, Georgia – Fulton County’s 2026 Contracts for Services initiative has made it possible for artists and cultural groups to get money. This is part of a long-term strategy to grow the county’s creative economy and make the arts more accessible.
The Fulton County Board of Commissioners approves yearly funding for the program, which is run by Fulton County Arts & Culture. Officials in the county claim that the initiative is meant to help projects that show off the county’s diversity, inspire innovation, and deliver arts experiences to people in all parts of Fulton County.
A wide range of people will be eligible to apply for grants of between $1,000 and $50,000. These include artists, nonprofit arts groups, cultural institutions, colleges and universities, schools, municipalities, and community-based nonprofit organizations based in Fulton County. Funding can be utilized for general operational costs, program-specific needs, and other important project needs.
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Arts & Culture Director David Manuel stated that the initiative is very important for making the local creative economy stronger. He said that Fulton County can give artists and charities useful resources and show off the area’s rich culture because county leaders, the Arts Council, and program staff continue to support it.
“With the continued support of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, the Arts Council, and our dedicated CFS staff, we are able to strengthen our creative community and expand access to meaningful arts experiences,” said Arts & Culture Director David Manuel.
“This program allows us to equip artists and nonprofit organizations with the tools they need to succeed while celebrating the cultural richness that defines Fulton County.”
The Contracts for Services program helps eligible nonprofit and tax-exempt groups that deliver ongoing public arts programming with both day-to-day and project-based activities. County officials said that initiatives that get funding are anticipated to make neighborhoods more vibrant, motivate residents, and help the local economy thrive until 2026.
The WebGrants system must receive applications for the 2026 funding cycle by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Late submissions will not be reviewed. Fulton County Arts & Culture strongly suggests that people who are applying for the first time attend a virtual workshop or talk to program officials before they apply. You can also watch recorded webinars online.
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Applicants should carefully read the full program guidelines and check their eligibility early on. All financed initiatives must happen between January 1 and December 31, 2026, as required by the program.
