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GrantNew York — LMCC 2027 Creative Unrestricted Grants ($20,000 Over Two Years; November 12)

Atlas Opportunity ScoreUnder review

FundingExactly $20,000 per selected recipient over January 2027 to December 2028, paid in two $10,000 installments; 36 total awards planned. No stated mandatory applicant matching percentage.

DeadlineThursday, November 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST). Applications opened September 8, 2026. One LMCC Manhattan Arts Grants program application track per applicant.

Required next actionConfirm Manhattan registration, performing-arts eligibility and annual operating budget under $250,000 for nonprofit organizations. Collect proof of NYS Charities Bureau filing dated within 24 months, IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter, current financial statement, FY2027 projected organizational budget, artistic mission/practice and community impact narratives, one mandatory work sample, and other applicable materials. Review the 2027 Creative Unrestricted Guidelines and application preview, then submit the LMCC Submittable form by November 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. EST.

Current statusOPEN — 2027 LMCC Creative Unrestricted applications are accepted September 8 to November 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. EST. General operating support for performing arts organizations/artists; not a commercial vendor contract.Source verification2026-11-02Tracked applicant typesNonprofit Organization

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Eligibility

Applicant type, geography, program rules and required conditions.

Strategic Alignment

How directly the organization's goals and use case match the funder's priorities.

Funding Potential

Available dollars, allowable uses, match burden and the amount that can realistically support the project.

Actionability

Deadline, documentation burden, readiness and the practical work required to submit a strong application.

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