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Arts Action Fund
The Arts Action Fund is the first of its kind in Houston and exists as a catalyst for closing arts access gaps in schools.
The Arts Action Fund historically has invested a total of $250,000 annually in arts education programs across Houston ISD to ensure students have access to meaningful arts opportunities as part of their complete education. This year, the total funding amount is $200,000 and will be used for arts education programming in Houston ISD and Aldine ISD.
The Fund’s goal is to unlock potential for new opportunities by fiscally supporting high-quality, effective partnerships between Arts & Culture Partners and any Houston ISD/Aldine ISD school.
The Arts Action Fund thoroughly reviews submitted applications, including a review of school needs and priorities, organization capabilities, and program elements, among others. In doing so, Arts Connect places priority on serving underfunded campuses in Houston ISD and Aldine ISD with reduced access to the arts.
The Arts Action Fund is the first of its kind in Houston and exists as a catalyst for closing arts access gaps in schools. Through the Arts Action Fund, Arts Connect Houston provides capacity building opportunities to expand knowledge and understanding of how the arts impact student education and well-being.
The 2025-2026 Arts Action Fund is Now Open
Houston ISD & Aldine ISD Schools:
Interested in applying to the Arts Action Fund? Connect directly with an Arts & Culture Partner by:
1. Exploring our Arts & Culture Partner Page here!
2. Then heading to artlook® to learn more and gather contact information!
Not sure if the Arts Action Fund is for your campus? Email us!
THE ARTS ACTION FUND SINCE 2018
113,000
students have participated in diverse arts partnership opportunities.
1,970
classrooms have been served through arts partnerships.
480
direct arts and culture partnerships with schools.
300
HISD campuses served.
$1.2 Million
strategically invested in arts opportunities for students.
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