ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC
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The Arts Council of Fairfax County Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on supporting nonprofits in Virginia, with a commitment to fostering the arts within the community. The council does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in grantmaking through invitation-only relationships. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
ARTSFAIRFAX IS DEDICATED TO EXPANDING SUPPORT FOR AND ACCESS TO ARTS AND CULTURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY.
Cause Areas
1
Arts councils
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
1ST STAGE INC
$410.4K
8%
THE ELDEN STREET PLAYERS
$378.5K
8%
MCLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS
$336.5K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
33
Median 1st year grant
$10.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.2K
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC?
No. ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC give?
ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC make each year?
In 2025, ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $718 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC fund recently?
In 2025, ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include 1ST STAGE INC, THE ELDEN STREET PLAYERS, and MCLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC?
ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.