Creative Learning

Creative Learning supports artist-led projects of any discipline that draw on arts education practices to engage older adults in in-depth arts learning and hands-on creation of artistic works. Funding is provided for sequential, skill-building arts study and participatory arts projects that take place in accessible community-based settings such as senior centers, recreation centers, public libraries, and community centers. Creative Learning supports projects taking place in Manhattan neighborhoods from Inwood to the Battery between January 1 – December 31, 2025.

The program funding is provided by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs’ Greater New York Arts Development Fund, and the New York State Council on the Arts’ (NYSCA) Statewide Community Regrants.

Requirements

-Organizations must be based in Manhattan.
-Organizations must have proof of non - profit status.
-Organizations must have a core artistic mission and/or history of arts programming.
-Applicants may not be directly applying to LMC C’s Creative Engagement program for the same fiscal year.
-Applicants may not be directly applying for DCLA (GNYADF) or NYSCA (Statewide Community Regrants) funds in another county/borough for the same fiscal year.
-First-time applicants are required to attend an information session or Creative Learning before applying. Returning applicants are required to attend an information session OR watch a recorded information session webinar for Creative Learning before applying.

To RSVP:
https://lmcc.net/RSVP/

Application Instructions

-Create an Account: Create an account for Submittable if you have not used the online submission platform before, or log in to your existing Submittable account. Your application will always be connected to your account. The main point of contact for your application should manage and maintain access to your Submittable account. LMCC staff will use the email address connected to your Submittable account to contact you with questions, follow-up information, and the official grant notification. This is the same email address you use to log in to your Submittable account.
-Saving Your Work: Once you have set up your account, you can begin filling out the Application Form. The form is periodically saved to your account. However, they highly encourage you to use the “Save Draft” button at the bottom of the form before exiting. Each time you save, the latest draft will be kept in your Submittable account. Please note: if you have this form open in multiple windows, Submittable will autosave the version that is last open. They recommend saving your responses in a document offline and copying and pasting them into the Application Form from there.
-Submit: Complete and submit all components of your application online. Application forms are not considered final until submitted. Once you have submitted the form, you will not be able to make changes or resubmit. You will receive an automated confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. If this is your first time using the Submittable platform, be sure to visit Submittable’s support page to view an instructional video with tips for creating your Submittable account and submitting and keeping track of your forms.