The goal of the Marketing for Economic Development program is to support promotional efforts and marketing campaigns for nonprofit arts organizations. It is designed to increase tourism to Onondaga County from outside the county; spotlight local cultural offerings; attract new and returning audiences; and encourage peripheral spending to promote economic development.
Program Details
Application Deadline: Sunday December 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM (end of day)
How to apply: All applications must be submitted online through Submittable
Who may apply: nonprofit organizations in Onondaga County
Award Amount: $3,500 to $17,500
Project Period: January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
You can view the full program guidelines on the CNY Arts website.
The Syracuse Prize celebrates and supports individuals who have made a significant contribution to the enrichment and vibrancy of the City of Syracuse, through their commitment to advancing, uplifting, and sustaining creative expression, artistic access, and cultural equity in the City. One winner and four finalists will be named in this inaugural cycle.
This Prize is made possible through a generous donor-advised fund managed by the Central New York Community Foundation. The award process and associated ceremony are administered and produced by CNY Arts. The Prize and ceremony are not part of CNY Arts’ publicly-funded regrant programs.
Application Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Finalists Announced: Friday, March 6, 2026
Award Ceremony: Spring 2026
***Applications must be self-submitted by the nominee. Anyone wishing to recommend a fellow community member for consideration should complete this short form. ***
For full guidelines, visit the CNY Arts website, cnyarts.org.
Welcome to the application form for the Tier Three Project Support program!
The purpose of the Tier Three Project Support program is to provide grant funding for arts and cultural projects, programs, and services to the public executed by Onondaga County nonprofit organizations designated as Tier Three Agencies.
Program Details
Application Deadline: Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 11:59 PM (end of day)
How to apply: All applications must be submitted online through Submittable
Who may apply: Tier Three Agencies in Onondaga County
Award Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
Project Period: January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
Total Available Funding: approximately $198,000 (finalized total will be announced shortly)
You can view the full program guidelines on the CNY Arts website.