Special Events Grant Program

Register for the Pre-Application Meeting

The City of Culver City recognizes the community and economic benefits associated with special events. The Special Events Grant Program provides a centralized process for sponsorship and funding requests for local events. New and returning applicants must attend the Pre-Application Meeting.

The virtual mandatory meeting is on Thursday, February 18, 2025. Attending the meeting is required.

The 2025-26 Special Event Grant Program application period opens on Monday, February 24, 2025. It closes at 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Smaller community or charitable events with a recreational, cultural or social benefit to residents are eligible. Larger-scale events that promote Culver City regionally are also considered. Other eligibility requirements include:

• Must be open to the general public.
• Must take place in Culver City or immediately adjacent.
• Must take place between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.
• Grant funding is not available to individuals or for events that serve a political purpose or are sponsored by political organizations.

Please direct questions to Edgar Varela or call (310) 253-5752

When

Location

Virtual Meeting via Webex