Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 7 September 2026
Houston Arts Alliance's City's Initiative Grants provide up to $10,000 to individual artists, creatives, and organizations based in or serving Houston. The application is free, with a deadline of September 26, 2026. Applicants propose projects that engage visitors and residents while contributing to Houston's cultural identity.
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Deadline. September 26, 2026
“CI 2026: Round 1: March 23, 2026 9 A.M. – April 21, 2026 11:59 P.M. CST | Round 2: May 25, 2026 9 A.M. – June 23, 2026 11:59 P.M. CST | Round 3: August 28, 2026 9 A.M. – September 26, 2026 11:59 P.M. CST”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. up to $10,000
“Up to $10,000 stipend”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 12 months (August 1, 2026 – August 1, 2027 for Round 1; October 1, 2026 – October 1, 2027 for Round 2; January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027 for Round 3)
Who can apply. Individual artists and creatives, organizations, fiscally sponsored projects. Must be based in/serve Houston. No explicit nationality/residency restrictions stated beyond Houston focus.
How they choose. Juried
“Peer-panel process (community-based panels mentioned for Creative Impact Boost Formula eligibility). Selective.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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