PLEASE NOTE: IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, WE HAVE PAUSED OUR DIRECT GRANT-MAKING PROGRAMS TO FOCUS OUR RESOURCES ON A SHORT-TERM RELIEF RESPONSE.  

A Catalyst Grant is a one-time matching grant to support a major cultural project undertaken by partnering organizations and/or artists in Upper Manhattan. Eligible cultural projects must have the potential  to attract major visitorship and build visibility for Upper Manhattan. Catalyst Grants may support participating organizations’ and  artists’ marketing, public relations, audience development, and data capture expenses, as well as administrative and artistic fees associated  with the project. Partner organizations do not have to be located in  Upper Manhattan, but only UMEZ-eligible organizations will be eligible  to receive UMEZ funds. This Letter of Inquiry must be completed by the lead applicant for the partnership group.

For technical questions, contact Submittable.
For general inquiries, contact the UMEZ Cultural Investments team at culture@umez.org.