General Operating Support Grants

To help art come to life and touch lives, LexArts supports regional organizations through General Operating Support (GOS) grants awarded on a competitive basis.  GOS grants help underwrite and sustain essential infrastructure like workspace, equipment, materials, salaries, and marketing. All grant applications will be reviewed in a public forum in June of each year.

For more information, contact Kay’mon Murrah or Nathan Zamarron.

General Operating Support (GOS) Grants

General Operating Support Grants provide unrestricted general operating funds to arts organizations that demonstrate strong arts mission fulfillment, fiscal responsibility, and sound management and operate on a year-round basis. First-time applicants must submit a formal Intent To Apply Form and required materials to the LexArts offices at ArtsPlace, 161 North Mill Street, Lexington, KY 40507.

Important Dates & Deadlines

  • Friday, January 3, 2025 | CAD Applications Open
  • Friday, January 3, 2025  | GOS Intent to Apply (new applicants)
  • Friday, January 3, 2025  | Video Submission Open (Optional)
  • Friday, January 10, 2025  | GOS Intent to Apply Deadline
  • Friday, January 10, 2025 | GOS Application Posted
  • Monday, February 10, 2025 | 11:59 pm | Video Submission Deadline (Optional)
  • Friday, February 14, 2025 | 11:59 pm | Draft Application Deadline
  • Friday, February 21, 2025 | 11:59 pm | CAD / GOS Application Deadline
  • Monday, March 7, 2025 | CAD / GOS Eligibility Competence
  • Monday, June 30, 2025 | Award Applicant Notification
  • Final Report Due | 30 days following completion of grant period

Final Report

Below is a link to complete the final reports for FY24 & FY25 grants.