Supports a broad range of creative placemaking endeavors led by South Carolina Cultural Districts, including festivals, performances, workshops, and public art projects. Projects must be within approved district boundaries, align with strategic plans, integrate arts and culture activities, engage the public, and involve artists or culture bearers. Eligible expenses include artist fees, event production, and marketing, with restrictions on indirect costs and prohibited uses.
Applicants must be current South Carolina Cultural Districts in good standing, represented by a unit of local government or approved nonprofit liaison with a valid Unique Entity ID. Commissioners, staff of the SC Arts Commission, and their immediate families are ineligible.