Announcements

Listed below are funding programs for projects related to the Los Angeles River and for local artists looking to obtain grants to pursue locally focused art projects.

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RMC PROPOSITION 1 GRANT PROGRAM
LOWER LOS ANGELES RIVER

On-Going Call For Projects: APPLY NOW

Priorities for RMC Prop 1:

  1. Ecosystems and watershed protection and restoration projects,

  2. Protect and enhance the Lower LA River,

  3. Expand access to diverse populations,

  4. Secured matching funds

Over $30 Million is available through RMC Prop 1 for the Lower LA River grant applications on a rolling basis.

RMC’s Lower LA River Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem of the Lower LA River. 90% of available funding is for project Implementation, and 10% of funding for is for planning. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan.

Small (less than $300k) and Very Small Grants (less than $50k) are available through a more simplified application/review process.

Email any questions to RMCProp1@rmc.ca.gov

Website: http://rmc.ca.gov/grants/

 
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RMC PROPOSITION 68 GRANT PROGRAM
LOWER LOS ANGELES RIVER

On-Going Call For Projects: APPLY NOW

Priorities for RMC Prop 68:

  1. Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects,

  2. Provide workforce development opportunities,

  3. Expand access to diverse populations,

  4. Secured matching funds

Over $30 Million is available through RMC Prop 68 for the Lower LA River grant applications on a rolling basis.

RMC’s Lower LA River Grants are specific to the Lower LA River corridor, considered within 1.5 miles of the main stem of the Lower LA River. 80% of available funding is for Implementation, 10% of funding is for planning, and 10% of funding is for technical assistance. Projects should be consistent with the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan.

Email any questions to RMCProp1@rmc.ca.gov

Website: http://rmc.ca.gov/grants/

CITY OF SOUTH GATE FREE VIRTUAL ART WORKSHOPS

Free virtual art workshops are now open for registration! Free art kits will be available for drive through pick up from South Gate Park at the designated times. See registration link for details.

Descriptions and schedule of classes listed below. Click links to register.

Follow @southgatemuseum for updates regarding classes. Workshops made possible by Friends of South Gate Parks.

Click here for more information.

OPEN CALL TO ARTISTS: SOUTH GATE ARTIST REGISTRY

The City of South Gate is creating an artist registry. The registry is a database of artists interested in working on projects with the City of South Gate. Artists on the list will be eligible for future projects within the city limits.  Artists in South Gate, SELA (Southeast Los Angeles) and LA County are encouraged to apply. 

Projects may range from public art commissions to murals, exhibitions, art classes for the public and special events. The database will be maintained by the Cultural Arts Coordinator.

Click here for more information on the program.

Please Take Our Survey

We are asking the community to participate in a survey. This information will help the team better understand you, your family, and the community’s needs, as well as what programming you would most like to see in a Cultural Center.