The City of Burien Arts and Culture Grants program supports arts and heritage organizations and artists who provide cultural opportunities for Burien residents. The grant program also aims to attract regional artists and audiences that can contribute to Burien’s identity as an arts and culture-oriented city.
Open for Arts Grants
Now open! These grants, of up to $1,200, are open to organizations and individuals on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be reviewed as they are received during 2025. For details, see:
2026 Arts & Culture Grants
Now open! Applications are now available for 2026 funding.
Click here to apply.
Funds may be used to:
- Produce one-time performances, exhibits, special events, or programs that bring arts or cultural experiences to Burien residents.
- Provide opportunities for independent artists to develop and present work in all media.
- Improve access to arts and cultural opportunities for artists and audiences from diverse communities including participatory and educational opportunities for youth, seniors, multicultural, and special populations.
- Increase access to arts and cultural events by providing discount tickets and/or free educational programs.
For questions about the application process, contact Caroline Bobanick, Recreation Supervisor, at [email protected].
2025 Arts and Culture Grants Recipients
For 2025, the Burien City Council allocated $40,000 for Arts and Culture Grants. The Arts Commission approved grants to 11 artists/organizations for a total of $34,750. The remaining funds of $5,250 will be used for Open for Arts grants in 2025. Arts & Culture grants will be distributed to the following artists/organizations:
- Arts Corps
- Burien Actors Theatre
- Burien Arts Association / 7 Stories
- Encanto Arts
- Highline Community Symphonic Band
- The Hi-Liners
- Momentum Dance Academy
- Northwest Associated Arts
- Northwest Symphony Orchestra
- Orchestra of Flight
- The Sound Ensemble
How are Organizations Selected for Funding?