Are you a venue operator, theatrical producer, performing arts organization, museum or cinema center?

Assistance is available for performing arts groups, venues, museums, cinemas, colleges and universities with performing arts programs and more.

You may be eligible to apply for a Shuttered Venue Operators Grant. The program guidelines and application to be available very soon from SBA, but in the meantime:

Check the SBA’s FAQ document for more info on eligibility. Eligibility criteria is still evolving but get familiar and get ready. Click here to review the FAQ document.

Register your organization in the federal government’s System for Award Management (SAM). Even if it turns out your organization isn’t eligible for SVOG, this is still a good use of your time because anyone who does business with the federal government must be registered in SAM and you must be registered in SAM to receive direct funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and they have grant opportunities open right now. Click here for information on how to register.