OUR MISSION
The mission of the Arts Council for Monterey County (Arts4MC) is to improve the quality of life for everyone in our region through the arts.
“Your support and donations have led us to have countless art activities for our students to enjoy. Our young creative minds are always growing and love creating.”
– Jorge, Mentor from nonprofit supported by Arts4MC
We want to hear from you!
Arts4MC is holding a series of Community Input Workshops from March to November 2024.
Join Arts4MC in each supervisorial district to share your feedback on how we can better serve the arts community throughout the county. Stay tuned for upcoming dates in each district!
Don’t know your district? Click HERE to find out!
Champions of the Arts™ Annual Breakfast
An annual celebration to honor individuals or organizations that have made a profound impact on the arts in our region. Save the date, Friday, August 9 at 9 am, Monterey Marriott Ferrante Room!
Open Studios Art Tour
Artists Studio Tour is now Open Studio Art Tour. Save the date to join us in October and visit the studios of local artists throughout Monterey County. Registration for participating Artists, Galleries, and Organizations open now!
Grants Available!
Arts & Cultural Impact Grant: Bi-annual funding for Nonprofits & Arts Organizations supporting arts & culture projects. See Sample Application.
Individual Artists Grant: Annual funding reserved for emerging and established artists. See Sample Application.
BusinessWorks: Artist Management From Studio to Stage!
Join us, for this free workshop, Friday, April 26th at 10 am, Wave Street Studios 774 Wave St., Monterey! RSVP highly encouraged.
Become a GEM!
Be a GEM (Give Every Month) donor and make an impact! For the cost of a cup of coffee, or a night out, you can help bring the arts to all Monterey County residents. Set up a recurring monthly gift today and support local arts and culture!