Jun 26, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardCalifornia Arts Council Public Meeting
The meeting covered overviews of the Arts and Youth grant program and the Individual Artists Fellowship. Key discussions focused on the consolidation of General Operating Support and its potential impacts on various programs, as well as considerations for FY26-27 funding allocations, including the balance between operating and project-based grants. The Council also addressed committee reports and held an in memoriam tribute. Public input emphasized the critical need for distinct grant programs like Statewide and Regional Networks, highlighting concerns regarding grant consolidation and the support of statewide cultural infrastructure.