Elevating Culture Near Transit RFP

Elevated Chicago is launching the Elevating Culture Near Transit RFP — a funding opportunity designed to spark community pride, protect neighborhood culture, and fuel economic growth.

This year, we will regrant $350,000 to projects that:

Activate public spaces through arts & culture
Advance equity and community power in urban planning
Support local creatives & small businesses
Advance collaborative efforts in community

Application Details

Applications Open: September 3, 2025

Applications Close: October 6, 2025

Eligibility: 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) organization or have a Fiscal Agent

Please join us for our online info session on August 27, 2025 at 1 PM CST. Learn how to apply and get your ideas funded!

Resources

Click here to access the Elevating Culture Near Transit RFP

Click here to access the presentation from the Elevating Culture Near Transit RFP Info Session

Click here to access the FAQ

Click here to access the Glossary of Terms and Resources

Click here to learn more about the Elevated Chicago Arts & Culture Strategy