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Emerging Artist Grants

Dedicated to Helping Emerging Artists

Young band performing on a stage

LocalACTS is a program that allows emerging artists to apply for mini-grants to help cover the costs of performing on a stage at the Harris Center. This program is designed to nurture the talent of new artists and expand access to the arts in our community.

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How to Apply for a LocalACTS Grant

  1. Determine Eligibility
    For this grant, an emerging artist is defined as a person or group in the early stages of development whose work has gained recognition but has not yet established a solid reputation.
    • Funds may be used to offset the costs of renting Stage Two or Stage Three at the Harris Center.
    • Performances must be open to the public, with a percentage offered free of charge to the community.
    • Four seats must be reserved for the grant donors as honored guests.
  2. Apply Online
  3. Panel Review
    The review panel consists of staff from the Folsom Lake College instructional team, the Los Rios Colleges Foundation philanthropy team, and members of the Harris Center staff.
    • Applicants will be notified via email if they are selected.
    • Priority will be given to first-time applicants and Folsom Lake College students.
  4. Deliverables
    • As a condition of receiving the grant, we ask that you provide a story of impact detailing how the funds helped your emerging career. We also request at least two photos from your event.

Donate

This program is funded by the Georgette Pauwels and Real Desrochers Grant for Emerging Artists, along with contributions from other generous donors through the Arts Opportunity Fund.

Donate to Arts Opportunity Fund

Flyer

Download the LocalACTS flyer.