How to bring
P.S. ARTS to
your students
P.S. ARTS partners with schools and districts to provide high-quality arts education programs that are sustainable, impactful, and tailored to your community’s needs. There are multiple public and private funding sources available to help bring P.S. ARTS into your school day or expanded learning schedule. Below is a guide to help you identify potential funding streams.
Public Funding Opportunities
In 2022, California voters passed Proposition 28—the Arts and Music in Schools (AMS) Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act—which established a new, ongoing program to support arts education in schools starting in the 2023–24 school year. Beginning that year, Proposition 28 allocates nearly $1 billion annually to expand arts education in California public schools. These funds are dedicated exclusively to arts instruction and can be used to hire credentialed teachers, enhance existing programs, or launch new ones. Up to 20% of Prop 28 funds may be used to partner with arts education organizations like P.S. ARTS.
These funds can be used for developing and implementing arts programs, including purchasing materials and supporting professional development.
ELOP supports afterschool and summer arts enrichment for grades TK–6 and is based on average daily attendance.
If aligned with evidence-based strategies, Title I funds can support arts education that addresses academic achievement, literacy, and student engagement. Ask your district about eligibility.
Unrestricted lottery funds can support broad arts programming. Restricted funds may be used for specific instructional activities, including field trips and classroom experiences.
General education funds can be used for arts instruction when prioritized by the district. Contact your district finance office or school board to advocate for the arts in your budget.
Districts can include arts education in their LCAP under multiple priorities, such as literacy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and support for foster youth and students with disabilities.
Foundation and Community-Based Funding
Local education foundations often offer funding for school enrichment programs. Reach out to your district foundation to learn about available opportunities.
Many foundations support innovative arts learning. For example, the Wiseburn Education Foundation funds multidisciplinary collaborations in arts and music.
Grants are available to support teacher training and literacy-based arts integration. Check with your district or local organizations for current opportunities. Learn about P.S. ARTS’ educator training programs here.
Schools can apply to become a Turnaround Arts school to bring in teaching artists and community-based arts programming.
Local advocacy and support
The California State PTA encourages schools to include arts education in a well-rounded curriculum. Talk to your PTA about allocating funds to support the arts.
Your local council members, district supervisors, and state representatives may have discretionary or community project funds available for education initiatives, including the arts. Reach out to explore opportunities.
Schools in LA County can explore funding or partnership opportunities to expand their arts programs through the Department of Arts and Culture.
Schedule a Consultation
Schedule a free consultation with P.S. ARTS to learn more about funding opportunities for your school or district!
P.S. ARTS can help you navigate the funding process to align our programs to specific funding. Contact us today at info@psarts.org to schedule a free consultation!
