California Venues Grant Program
Application window for Round 2 of the CA Venues Grant is EXTENDED to March 2, 2023.
What’s new for Round 2?
Round 2 is for organizations that did not apply in the first round and will utilize the expanded eligibility criteria that was passed in June. We are holding a series of informational webinars to help prepare you to apply. The application review will be prioritized based on percentage of loss so there is no need to rush in submitting your application.
—> View our recent Venues Grant Program info webinar recordings here & access slide deck presentation here.
Additional NAICS and NTEE codes have been added to the eligibility, and the required decrease in gross earned revenue has gone from 70% to 30%. Learn more on the program website at: https://cavenuesgrant.com/
The following NAICS codes may now be eligible for the Program:
7111
7113
7139
512131
512132
The Following NTEE Codes may now be eligible.
Nonprofit NTEE Codes:
A20, A23, A25, A50, A54, A56, A60, A61, A62, A63, A65, A68, A69, A6A, A6B, A6C, A90
If you have an application for the first round of this program that has not yet been concluded please email Grants Manager Teri Ball so she can check on the status and hopefully help you bring it to resolution. Email: Teri Ball | grantsmanager@californiansforthearts.org
FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS >
Q1: How do I check the status of my application, change application information or attach additional documentation?
A1: Login to your the application portal at https://cavenuesgrant.mylendistry.com/landing
Q2. If we received the CRG, SVOG, or any other COVID Relief award are we still eligible?
A2. YES! The CA Venues Grant Program is completely separate from any other grant award.
Q3. I am a nonprofit applicant that is not yet required to file its 2020 tax return with the IRS due to the IRS’s extension of the return due dates for exempt organizations. Can I still apply without providing the 2020 federal and California tax returns?
A3. Yes, the applicant may apply without providing the federal and California tax returns for tax year end 2020 only and must attest to its compliance with the eligibility criteria related to the 70% decline of its gross earned revenue in California and generating less than 75% of its gross earned revenue in California. Note that the applicant must still provide (A) its full 2019 year end tax return and (B) Q2 – Q4 financial statements for both 2019 and 2020.
Q4. I see eligibility and awards are based on Gross Earned Revenue, is that my total income?
A4. No, Gross Earned Revenue does not include contributions, it is typically defined as cover charges or ticket sales, production fees or production reimbursements, or the sale of event beverages, food, or merchandise.
Q5. We do not own our venue, can we still qualify for the grant?
A5. Yes, Promoters and producers of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities qualify to apply! Please get your application in today!
See FAQs from our recent informational webinars below:
Californians for the Arts will provide application assistance and advocacy to help nonprofit organizations access the CA Venues Grant Program for small businesses and nonprofits.
Since the end of last year, we’ve helped thousands of applicants apply and work through other relief programs, most notably the recent California Relief Grant Program for small businesses and nonprofits. As the CA Venues Grant Program is a new state grant program, we will hear your issues and present them to our partners at the State and at Lendistry, which will be distributing the grants.
Application window:
December 19 - March 2, 2023
Nonprofits that operate a live events venue may qualify grants of up to $250,000 through the California Venues grants program. Nonprofits can qualify even if they have received other types of support, such as the California Relief Grant, PPP, or EIDL. The CA Venues Grant Program requires a separate application from any of these other programs.
Californians for the Arts is partnering with CalOSBA and Lendistry to ensure that arts and cultural nonprofit organizations with qualifying venues know they can apply for this grant and help them through the process.
For more information about program guidelines and how to apply, visit cavenuesgrant.com.
Program reopens 12/19/2022 through 3/2/2023
The Office of the Small Business Advocate has announced grants of up to $250,000 or 20% of the nonprofit’s gross earned revenue in California for the 2019 taxable year.
Contact
For questions about the content of your application:
Californians for the Arts
Teri Ball | Grants Manager
grantsmanager@californiansforthearts.org
(916) 905-5397
For technical questions related to website functioning or application status:
Lendistry
Hours: 7am - 7pm
Phone: (888) 984-1173
Please note: Californians for the Arts has no control over the Lendistry application website.
Help Other Nonprofits
There are thousands of arts and cultural nonprofits – especially smaller ones, those in rural areas, and those in low-income and/or communities of color – that might not learn about this grant program as readily as larger venues in more urban areas. Take a minute to think of arts or community-based organizations with venues that you know and encourage them to apply.