2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Bakersfield
April 6 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Monday, April 6, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda
- A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
- General CAC Eligibility
- Grant Programs
- Guideline Elements
- Application Elements
- Grant Writing Tips
- Common Questions
Workshop co-hosted by Kern County Library
Workshop Information
Venue: Beale Memorial Library—Auditorium
Address: 701 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Date: Monday, April 6, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Monday, March 30 at 12:00 p.m.
