ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY
AI Summary
The Arts Council for Monterey County is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting the arts within Monterey County, having awarded a total of $291K in grants to 61 grantees in 2025. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Arts Council for Monterey County can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE COUNCIL PROMOTES AND SUPPORTS EDUCATION, APPRECIATION AND EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS IN MONTEREY COUNTY BY FOSTERING CULTURAL AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING. IN ADDITION, THE COUNCIL PROVIDES FOR AN ARRAY OF AESTHETIC AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Palenke Arts
Seaside, CA
$47.1K
5%
Monterey Jazz Festival
Monterey, CA
$44.4K
5%
Action Council of Monterey County Inc
Salinas, CA
$44K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
37
Median 1st year grant
$7K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY?
No. ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY give?
ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in California 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 FOR MONTEREY COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY make each year?
In 2025, ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $291 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY fund recently?
In 2025, ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Palenke Arts, Monterey Jazz Festival, and Action Council of Monterey County Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY?
ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.