LAP General Operating Support

This grant is for arts organizations only, and is not project-specific. Expenditures using grant funds may include, but are not limited to:

  • Staff salaries
  • Consultants
  • Professional development
  • Internet, phone or other utilities
  • Printing and postage
  • Marketing, publicity and advertising
  • Materials or supplies
  • Leased equipment
  • Fundraising and development
  • Assistive services or equipment (ADA)
  • Insurance and audit expenses 
  • Domestic travel and transportation
INELIGIBLE Use of Grant Funds

LAP funds cannot be used for:

  • Capital improvements or capital equipment purchases
  • Hospitality / refreshments *
  • Previous program deficits
  • Fellowships, endowments, awards or scholarships
  • Foreign travel

* Expenses for hospitality or refreshments cannot be paid with LAP grant funds, however such expenses MAY count towards the required Cash Match.