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Grants

A critical element of BPS Arts Expansion is the grantmaking Fund. The BPS Arts Expansion Fund is used to empower BPS schools to embrace, expand and deepen arts instruction in schools.

Applications for the 2026-2027 BPS Arts Expansion grants are now open.

Learn more about how to apply here. The deadline to apply is Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 4pm.

Eligibility

All Boston Public Schools can apply for BPS Arts Expansion grants. Schools must have a completed 2025-26 School Arts Survey on file when submitting their application. The list of schools that have responded to the survey can be found here.

Timeline

• January 8, 2026, 3-4:30 pm: Virtual Information session  
• February 26, 2026: Grant Applications due by 4:00pm
• Early June: Grant Awards Announced
• June 11, 2026, 4-5:30 pm: Virtual Grantee Orientation meeting
• September 2026-June 2027: Grant Period

Applicants can schedule a meeting with Nikki Olusanya, BPS Arts Expansion Director, to discuss their proposal ideas and ask specific questions regarding their application. 

Schedule your appointment by email: olusanya@edvestors.org. Or call 617-585-5746.

School Arts Data from SY25-26

• PreK-8 BPS Arts Data
• Secondary (High) School BPS Arts Data

For a list of current BPS Arts Expansion grant recipients, please click here.