Portsmouth NH 400th Anniversary Education and Public Art Trust Grants

The Portsmouth Public Art Review Committee (PARC) is seeking proposals to fund a limited number of Portsmouth NH 400th Anniversary Education and Public Art Trust Grants through a trust created as part of the city’s 400th anniversary celebration in 2023. 

Questions and answers regarding the application process are being posted on this page.

Q. How do I apply for a grant?

Please complete this online application form.

Q. What sort of projects might qualify?

Projects could support the creation and installation of new public art, as long as there is a learning component for Portsmouth K-12 students, or short term or long- term programs in any art form that help interpret existing public art, creating a learning experience for Portsmouth K-12 students.

Q. Is PARC looking for a certain type of applicant?

Yes. Applicants can be educational institutions, cultural organizations, nonprofits, or individuals collaborating with such entities. The grants are intended to fund projects that promote the education and cultural enrichment of K-12 students living or attending school in Portsmouth through the support of public art projects and programs that involve, explore, and reflect the history, heritage, and cultural identity of the city. 

Q. Is there a limit on the grant amount being awarded?

Yes. Grant requests should be for $10,000 or less and one or more grants will be awarded each year, while there are funds, beginning in 2026.

Q. What is the deadline for submitting the application for a grant?

The deadline for submitting this application form is 11:59 pm on April 15, 2026.