Arts Grants

The Port Townsend Arts Commission is dedicated to supporting arts that have a recognized quality and significant connection to the City. 

Did you know that the Port Townsend Arts Commission provides the only dedicated source of funds to artists and arts organizations in Jefferson County? Because PTAC grants are highly competitive, we encourage you to seek additional sources of funding for your work as well. Here are a couple of regional sources that may be a good fit for your project:

Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA): https://www.arts.wa.gov/grants-to-organizations/

Jefferson Community Foundation (JCF): https://jcfgives.org/grants-and-fundraising-support/

Artist Trust: https://artisttrust.org/grants/

Applying for a Grant

PTAC has $30,000 to distribute in grant support in 2026. Because grants must be expended by the end of the calendar year, it has weighted the earlier rounds with more available funding to account for the longer timeline for projects to occur. If you are ready to apply, you may apply in any round regardless of when during 2026 your project takes place. 

Applications are due by midnight Pacific Time on the day of the application deadline. Applicants have the option of attending grant review meetings, which are held at 3:00pm in Council Chambers at Port Townsend City Hall on the dates above. PTAC will send an email with more details, including how to attend virtually, in advance of the meetings.

READY TO APPLY? READ FIRST:
Grant Guidelines
Grant FAQ

The February 2025 PTAC Grant Webinar is available on our YouTube channel. An updated Webinar will be available in January of 2026. 

Venue Accessibility Statement
Optional Excel Budget Template by Request - email artscomm@cityofpt.us
 

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