Parks and Recreation
Art Grants
Non-profit 501c(3) or tax-exempt organizations that provide arts programs and activities within the City of Corpus Christi are invited to apply for an Arts Grant. Funding for this is provided by Hotel Occupancy Taxes and must be used in accordance with the Hotel Occupancy Tax Texas Tax Code Chapter 351 to directly promote tourism and the convention and hotel industry and promote the arts. The Arts Grant program runs from January 1 to December 31. Applications and Grant Workshops are available during the fall.
2026 Arts Grant Program
In October 2025, the City of Corpus Christi’s Arts and Cultural Commission issued an Open Call for the 2026 Arts Grant Program applications to arts organizations whose programs or services demonstrate cultural significance for the community and will stimulate the local business economy by attracting visitors to Corpus Christi. Applications are for matching grants of up to $15,000.
The deadline to apply was November 14, 2025. (CLOSED)
► 2026 Arts Grant Program Guidelines (PDF file)
► 2026 Arts & Cultural Commission: Arts Grant Funded Events Calendar (PDF file)
2026 Arts Grant Recipients
The Corpus Christi Arts & Cultural Commission awarded arts grants to the following twenty-four non-profit organizations for cultural events in the City of Corpus Christi.
- Alcorta's Folklorico Diamante, Inc. for Competencia Folklorica de Tejas | Mexican Folk Dance Competition
- Art Center of Corpus Christi for Amplify the Arts
- Art Museum of South Texas for Art Museum of South Texas Annual Exhibitions
- Ballet Folklorico Viva Mexico for 28th Annual Free to the Public Show
- Bay Jammin Series, Inc. for Bay Jammin Concert and Cinema Series
- Corpus Christi Bailando Dance Festival for Bailando International Dance Festival
- Corpus Christi Ballet for The Little Mermaid
- Corpus Christi Chamber Music Society, Inc. for Chamber Music Spring Concert Series
- Corpus Christi Chorale for Corpus Christi Chorale Spring and Fall 2026 Concerts
- Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra for The Music of Billy Joel Starring Michael Cavanaugh
- Del Mar College Foundation for 60th Annual CAIN National Show
- Downtown Management District for Mural Fest 2026
- Friends of the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History for Orchard Gallery Installation
- KEDT (South Texas Public Broadcasting System, Inc.) for KEDT Spotlight on the Arts
- K Space Contemporary for 2026 Dia de los Muertos Festival
- South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center for Strolling Japanese Tea Garden, Bonsai Display and Asian Heritage Festival
- Texas A&M – Corpus Christi Foundation (Department of Art) for TAMU-CC University Galleries 2026 Programming
- Texas A&M – Corpus Christi Foundation (Department of Music) for Ninth Annual Piano Celebration Week at TAMU-CC
- Texas A&M – Corpus Christi Foundation (Mariachi Festival) for 2026 Festival de Mariachi en la Isla
- Texas A&M – Corpus Christi Foundation (Performing Arts Center) for Furgason BRAVO! Series 2026
- Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education (TABPHE) for 2026 Coastal Bend Juneteenth Festival
- Texas Jazz Festival Society for 65th Annual Texas Jazz Festival
- Westside Business Association for Tasia Marie Silvas 2026 Folklorico Summer Workshop
Arts Grant-Sponsored Featured Project
Arts and Cultural Commission
The Arts and Cultural Commission is made up of nine Commissioners appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council, recommends the use, location, donation or purchase, conservation and promotion of works of art to be considered a part of the City’s Public Art Collection. The Commission also oversees the Arts Grant Program and provides opportunities for local arts organizations to recognize arts volunteers at an annual Arts Forum.
Contact Information
Eleanor Miceli
Arts & Volunteer Outreach Coordinator
Phone:(361) 826-3828
Email: ACCartsgrants@CorpusChristiTX.gov
About Us
The mission of the Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department is to provide high-quality parks, facilities, and programs that empower residents and visitors to Live, Learn, and Play! We envision a thriving Corpus Christi powered by vibrant parks, captivating natural features, and outstanding recreational opportunities.
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Address: 400 Mann Street, Suite 200, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9277, Corpus Christi, TX 78469
Phone: (361) 826-PLAY
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