Community Grants

Investing in the DC Nonprofit Community
 

The District is our home, too, and with venues and facilities throughout the city, Events DC is dedicated to supporting the local non-profit community. 

To us, being a good neighbor and an active and engaged member of the community means finding ways to give back and lending our support to those on the front lines that positively impact our city.

Learn more about our community grant program and other community initiatives and opportunities below to find out how we’re making sure Washington, DC stays the best place to live, work and play.

As an active and engaged community member, Events DC is proud to continue to support the future of non-profit organizations in Washington, DC that promote youth participation in both the arts and athletics. 

For Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, Events DC is pleased to provide funding for the program of $750,000 during two grant cycles ($375,000 in the first cycle and $375,000 in the second cycle). The grant program provides financial support to qualifying non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting children through sports, performing arts or cultural arts in the District of Columbia.

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Events DC FY2025 Community Grant Guidelines (PDF) 
Events DC FY 2025 Community Grant Checklist (PDF)  
Community Grant Application (For reference- Not for submission)


Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered:

  • Be a DC-based non-profit organization certified as tax exempt in accordance with criteria set forth by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Tax Code and granted an exemption from District of Columbia income and franchise taxes, pursuant to DC Code § 47-1802.01; 
  • Utilize grant funding for programs or projects that support youth-focused sports, performing or cultural arts in the District of Columbia;
  • Present a copy of an annual financial audit conducted by a certified public accountant for the organization’s most recent fiscal year; or if the organization has not conducted an annual financial audit, a copy of the organization’s IRS Form 990 for the most recent tax year; and
  • A copy of an active business license issued by the District of Columbia Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) formerly DCRA – Corporations Division (indicating an “active” business license at the time of application and agreeing to maintain such status throughout the grant period) Please see grant guidelines for an explanation on active business licenses.

 

Learn more about Washington Drama Society Inc. (dba Arena Stage)

FY24 - Cycle 2 Grantees

 

Learn more about Alabama Avenue Community Development Corporation (AACDC)

 

Learn more about Ethiopian Community Services & Development Center

 

Learn more about Run Hope Work

 

Learn more about The Woodland Tigers Youth Sports and Educational Program 

FY24 - Cycle 1 Grantees