Applications
We invite local arts-focused nonprofits to apply for the opportunity to receive funding generated by the three-day festival taking place in January 2027.
To be eligible, applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with an arts-focused mission. They must also be based in the city of Albany or have presented artistic programming within city limits.
All applications will be reviewed and scored by the Albany Wine & Dine for the Arts board of directors using a rubric-based process. Seven beneficiaries will be selected, four as Premier Beneficiaries and three as Spotlight Beneficiaries. In addition to funding support, selected organizations will also be highlighted throughout the three-day festival, providing valuable visibility and opportunities to engage directly with event attendees.
Deadline for submissions: Sept. 28, 2026