Important ARPA Updates Pertaining to the Entertainment Industry & Nonprofit Grant Program

Entertainment Industry Grant Program Launched
The Entertainment Industry Grant Program (Program) is intended to further the statewide recovery of the entertainment industry from the negative economic impact of COVID-19. This grant program will help existing entertainment venues that plan to expand, upgrade, or improve operations.

The Entertainment Industry Grant Program launched Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 10 a.m. For eligibility information, required documentation, and other details, please review the program guidelines at: https://ded2.mo.gov/media/pdf/entertainment-industry-grant-guidelines-final-v2 Complete information is also available on DED's ARPA’s tourism webpage.

Nonprofit Grant Program Launching Soon
The Nonprofit Grant Program (Program) will support 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(19) nonprofits serving disadvantaged, vulnerable, or at-risk populations, that have experienced negative economic impact due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Nonprofit Grant Program will go live on May 31, 2023. Program guidelines are available at https://ded2.mo.gov/media/pdf/nonprofit-grant-program-final-guidelines