New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund (NOTCF) Grant Application Information

Thank You for your interest in NOTCF’s Grant Program! In 2024, there will be three (3) application cycles. The intake days are January 2, 2024, May 1, 2024, and September 3, 2024.

Please thoroughly read the UPDATED Grants Program Process

Cycle 3: September 2024 Intake Grants Program Information

The grant portal will open on September 3, 2024, for 24 hours (from 12:00 a.m. until 11:59 p.m.) with no limit to the number of submissions accepted by the online system.

Applications must be submitted 120 days or more before the proposed program/event/project begins.

Applicants can only be approved for ONE (1) grant application in a calendar year.

For budget purposes, each level will have a limit to the number of applications approved. Maximum applications approved for Cycle 3:

• Level 1 Mini-Grant ($1 - $2500): up to 100 applications (70 independently submitted applications and 30 applications with an appointment)
• Level 2 ($2,501 - $9,999): up to 23 applications
• Level 3 ($10,000 - $100,000): up to 18 applications

Applications that are missing required documentation will not be considered for funding and will be notified through the Submittable messaging system.

Once The Grants Team has reached the maximum number of complete applications that have all necessary documentation, and the proposed program aligns with NOTCF’s mission and the Grant Funding Terms and Conditions per level, the initial vetting/review process will be closed.

Applications that are not reviewed because the maximum number of complete applications has been reached will be notified through Submittable.

If an LLC or For-Profit Entity has been awarded at least three (3) grants, the fourth (4th) and future grants are limited to Level 2 ($2,501 - $9,999). This is to encourage for-profit businesses to seek other revenue streams or consider expanding the services to increase revenues and sustain their businesses.

The UPDATED NOTCF General Funding Terms and Conditions is available on our website.

Submittable Portal Information

In order to access the application portal, you must create a login to apply, and your account with Submittable will be used to communicate information about any applications or forms submitted with NOTCF.

If you are a returning user of Submittable, please log in and apply where applicable to your organization.

If you are experiencing login difficulties, please reset your password through the portal. If you are still unable to log in, you must contact Submittable's Help Desk for additional assistance.

If you have questions regarding the portal outside of what is stated above, please email The Grants Program Team at grants@notcf.com.

NOTCF Mission

The mission of the New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund is to support cultural industries and culture bearers of the City of New Orleans through partnerships, grants, and programs to advance sustainable tourism.

Individuals and organizations who align with this mission are encouraged to apply for funding. Please ensure to read our General Funding Terms and Conditions before applying. 

Thank you and remember that "Culture Is Our Open Door."