
Culture Forward
A $5 Million Program to Support Arts and Culture Projects in Downtown San Francisco
Second round deadline: June 1st
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A $5 Million Program to Support Arts and Culture Projects in Downtown San Francisco
Second round deadline: June 1st
City Arts Salons | $25,000
An intimate salon series in Civic Center featuring live conversations with artists and thinkers, with pre- and post-show on-stage mingling that turns audiences into active participants.
Arrivals, Again | $25,000
A participatory art installation using site-specific painting, sound, and maps to guide audiences through an outdoor journey across Downtown SF, accompanied by an exhibition and event series hosted by Pallas.
Unity Fest 2025 | $100,000
An art, music, and skateboarding festival bringing together people of all identities and ages from the Bay Area, across the US, and abroad.
UNSTAGED | $75,000
Building on last year’s success, UNSTAGED returns with expanded performances, bold public art, and live events that transform the Mid-Market corridor into a thriving cultural zone.
SFFILM School and Family Programs at SFMOMA |
$50,000
Twelve immersive film events engaging over 3,000 students, educators, and families at SFMOMA with filmmaker Q&As and curated screenings in the heart of SoMa.
SOMArts’ Vogue Ball for All | $25,000
An all inclusive workshop series culminating in an all-ages fashion show and community Vogue Ball in SoMa, celebrating joy, expression, and LGBTQ+ culture.
The Chinese Culture Center’s 60th Anniversary Festival | $50,000
A vibrant street festival transforming Chinatown’s Grant Avenue into a dynamic arts corridor with large-scale installations, performances, and intergenerational engagement.
Tenderloin Museum 10-Year Anniversary Programming | $50,000
A year-long celebration marking a decade of the Tenderloin Museum with expanded space, community storytelling, and multidisciplinary events highlighting the neighborhood’s legacy.
The 2025 Children's Garden Series in Yerba Buena Gardens | $75,000
A beloved family series returns with 22 free, outdoor performances from June to November, showcasing music, dance, and theater in accessible, joyful settings Downtown.
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