Business Support Funding

The Reprise Business Support Fund broadly supports local businesses that offer arts programs and experiences throughout San Luis Obispo County. Funding is available to business owners that express a financial need in order to begin providing, continue providing, or to grow their arts programs and/or experiences of any medium or genre. This funding is also available to provide funds to support businesses in recovery.

To be considered for funding from this program, applicants must meet the following criteria.

  • The business must be locally owned and be located in San Luis Obispo County.

  • The applicant must indicate a need for financial support.

  • The applicant must identify a specific need, project, program, or event to be supported.

  • The application must be received by the application deadline.

  • Approval is subject to review and discretion of the Board of Directors.

Award Calendar & Deadlines

Funds will be issued quarterly on the following schedule.

  • Winter Awards Apply Dec. 1 through Feb. 27 for awards Jan. 1 through March 31.

  • Spring Awards Apply March 1 through May 31 for awards April 1 through June 30.

  • Summer Awards Apply June 1 through August 31 for awards July 1 through Sept. 30.

  • Fall Awards Apply Sept. 1 through Nov. 30 for awards Oct. 1 through Dec. 31.

Business Support Funding Application