Pennsylvania Creative Industries Creative Catalyst Grant Program RFP 2026
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts | Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaState · Harrisburg, PA- Due
- Feb 12, 2027
- 92 days left
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Seth Poppy
- (717) 787-1520
The 30-second brief
Seeks applications for the Creative Catalyst Grant Program to support projects and events with statewide or broad regional impact on Pennsylvania's creative sector, focusing on empowering, connecting, and amplifying creatives and creative industries.
Align with one or more of Pennsylvania Creative Industries' five key areas (Asset Development, Workforce Development, Community Development, Visibility, Policy); Demonstrate statewide or broad regional reach and benefit; Demonstrate capacity to carry out project as proposed.
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Summary
Seeks applications for the Creative Catalyst Grant Program to support projects and events with statewide or broad regional impact on Pennsylvania's creative sector, focusing on empowering, connecting, and amplifying creatives and creative industries.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Align with one or more of Pennsylvania Creative Industries' five key areas (Asset Development, Workforce Development, Community Development, Visibility, Policy)
- Demonstrate statewide or broad regional reach and benefit
- Demonstrate capacity to carry out project as proposed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Summary of proposed project
- Alignment with PA Creative Industries' five areas of opportunity
- Project's statewide/regional reach and benefit
- Applicant's capacity
- How funds will be used
- Submit to
- https://grants.pa.gov/
- Scope location
- Pennsylvania
- Reported agency
- Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pennsylvania Council on the Arts | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://grants.pa.gov/. For questions, contact Seth Poppy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pennsylvania Council on the Arts | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Seth Poppy at (717) 787-1520. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Align with one or more of Pennsylvania Creative Industries' five key areas (Asset Development, Workforce Development, Community Development, Visibility, Policy); Demonstrate statewide or broad regiona..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of February 12, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Summary of proposed project, alignment with PA Creative Industries' five areas of opportunity, project's statewide/regional reach and benefit, applicant's capacity, how funds will be used.. Review the full document from Pennsylvania Council on the Arts | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pennsylvania. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.