Community Benefits Grant Program - APPLICATION NOW OPEN FOR 2026
As part of the City’s Commercial Cannabis Program, each permittee contributes Community Benefit funding to support programs and organizations that serve Artesia residents. The City Council approved the Pilot Funding Policy for Calendar Year 2025 to guide the distribution of funds among City programs and events, community-based nonprofit organizations, and the Artesia Chamber of Commerce.
The Pilot Year (Cycle 1) concludes in December 2025. Five nonprofit organizations were awarded funding and will present their project outcomes at the January 2026 City Council meeting.
The second funding cycle (Calendar Year 2026) opens today, Thursday, October 16. Eligible organizations may apply for grants ranging from $2,000 to $40,000. Applications will close on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 5:00 pm, and awards will be announced at the January 2026 City Council meeting.
Please review the Funding Policy before completing an application. Completed applications may be submitted to reception@cityofartesia.us.
Download Policy & Application by clicking the following: 2025 Community Benefits Grant Policy & Application