Established by the State of California in 1976, the California Arts Council is a state agency with a mission of strengthening arts, culture, and creative expression as the tools to cultivate a better California for all.
The Arts & Cultural Organizations General Operating Support grant program aims to provide direct funding to arts and cultural organizations within California for their ongoing operations, ensuring the sustainability of a diverse and vibrant arts workforce. This grant facilitates the coverage of general operational expenses, such as rent, utilities, and staff salaries, rather than funding specific projects, enabling organizations to better focus on fulfilling their missions. Importantly, receiving this grant does not preclude organizations from applying for additional project-based grants from the California Arts Council (CAC).