Neighborhood Public Art Mini-Grants

The City of Richmond is offering $7,000-$15,000 mini-grants for publicly accessible, community-engaged neighborhood art projects in Richmond.

City of Richmond > Economic Development Department > Richmond Arts & Culture Commission


General
Open (bidding)
Dec 05, 2026 07:59 AM
Oct 30, 2026 09:27 PM
$15,000.00
1 year
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
nannette_beacham@ci.richmond.ca.us
Submission Instructions
Description

The City of Richmond Arts & Culture Commission is soliciting applications for one-year Neighborhood Public Art Mini-Grants of $7,000 to $15,000. Eligible projects may include visual, performing, or literary arts and must be publicly accessible, community-engaged, and implemented within Richmond city limits. Eligible applicants include Richmond residents, community groups, artist collectives, and Richmond-based nonprofit organizations; applicants without nonprofit status may need an eligible fiscal sponsor. Applicants must complete the provided application and submit a resume or bio, projected expenses/budget, and three references. Attendance at one of the two applicant orientations is mandatory. Insurance documentation is encouraged during application review; final insurance requirements will depend on the project scope and will be determined before contracting. Optional work samples and supporting materials may also be submitted.

Classification Codes
NAICS711510Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers
PSCT001Arts/Graphics Services
Smart Codes
public art projectscommunity arts programmingarts grant applications
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 17, 2026 05:30 PM-Mandatory Applicant Orientation (Virtual) (required)
Nov 20, 2026 12:00 AM-Mandatory Applicant Orientation (In Person) (required)
Specific meeting location is to be determined.
Nov 26, 2026 01:00 AM-Questions and Technical Assistance Due
Dec 05, 2026 07:59 AM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Dec 10, 2026-Richmond Arts and Culture Commission Recommendation
Jan 1, 2027-City Council Funding Approval
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Commercial General Liability (aggregate) — $4,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employer's Liability
  • Abuse, Molestation, and Sexual Misconduct Coverage
  • Automobile Liability
  • Contractors Pollution Liability
  • Professional Liability
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
Location
Local Preference:Local Preference
Documents
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RFPOct 30, 2026 02:27 PM
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