About RAC
OUR MISSION: As the leading public catalyst for arts and culture in St. Louis, the Regional Arts Commission leverages the power of creativity to strengthen and enrich our community.
As the biggest public funder of the arts in St. Louis, our top priority has always been supporting the diverse collective of artists and arts organizations that make our extraordinary arts and culture community so vibrant. Since our beginning in 1985, we have provided more than 7,300 grants worth over $115 million. We are more than a funder. We are a passionate advocate, a true partner, and a leading catalyst for positive change in the arts and culture sector.
About RAC
OUR MISSION: As the leading public catalyst for arts and culture in St. Louis, the Regional Arts Commission leverages the power of creativity to strengthen and enrich our community.
As the biggest public funder of the arts in St. Louis, our top priority has always been supporting the diverse collective of artists and arts organizations that make our extraordinary arts and culture community so vibrant. Since our beginning in 1985, we have provided more than 7,300 grants worth over $115 million. We are more than a funder. We are a passionate advocate, a true partner, and a leading catalyst for positive change in the arts and culture sector.
The Latest News and Events at RAC
Join RAC for a Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Join us for a virtual Town Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. RAC will provide updates on the 2026 grant timeline, share information about the 2027 grantmaking process, along with general organizational updates. The Town Hall will conclude...
Artist INC Live | St. Louis
Discover opportunities to build your art career and make art work. Building a business or career around an art practice isn't like building any other small business. Artists face different challenges: how to manage goals, write about art, plan a budget, speak in...
The Latest News and Events at RAC
Join RAC for a Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Join us for a virtual Town Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. RAC will provide updates on the 2026 grant timeline, share information about the 2027 grantmaking process, along with general organizational updates. The Town Hall will conclude...
Artist INC Live | St. Louis
Discover opportunities to build your art career and make art work. Building a business or career around an art practice isn't like building any other small business. Artists face different challenges: how to manage goals, write about art, plan a budget, speak in...