Creative Space Assistance Program
Supports creative commercial spaces where audiences gather for cultural experiences and are facing temporary or permanent displacement or new commercial leases at higher and unaffordable rates. Funds may be used for revenue-generating space improvements and other space-related needs, rent payments, general liability insurance, and property tax reimbursements.
CSAP Application Window: October 21 – December 11, 2025
2025 Application Cycle
The 2025 CSAP application will be open from October 21st, 2025 through December 11th, 2025. Please note that while applications are due by December 11, the eligibility form is due seven days prior. Failure to submit the eligibility form by December 4, 2025 will keep you from being able to access the full application. Please see the AACME CSAP Website for the most up-to-date information about this program and its application review process.
Eligibility Forms due in
For Submittable assistance:
- Reach out to Create Austin’s application assistance team at applicationhelp@thelongcenter.org or call 512-457-5161.
- View our Submittable Applicant and Technical Assistance Guide
For assistance with grant guidelines, eligibility, and application requirements:
- Register to attend one of the AACME Funding Programs Workshops
- Attend AACME Funding Programs’ Virtual Open Office Hours
- Email applicationhelp@thelongcenter.org. Our application assistance team will redirect your question to the right AACME staff member.
Resources for
Creative Space Assistance Program Applicants
Events for AACME Funding Applicants
Asistencia en español disponible en todos los eventos
In-Person AACME Funding Programs Workshop
Saturday, November 15 • 12:00 – 2:00 P.M.
Asian American Resource Center 8401 Cameron Road Austin, TX 78754
Virtual AACME Funding Programs Workshop
Monday, November 17 • 11:00 A.M. -12:30 P.M.
In-Person AACME Funding Programs Workshop
Tuesday, November 18 • 5:00 – 7:00 P.M
Ruiz Branch, Austin Public Library 1600 Grove Boulevard Austin, TX 78741 • presented in Spanish
In-Person AACME Funding Programs Workshop
Thursday, November 20 • 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Carver Branch, Austin Public Library 1161 Angelina Street Austin, TX 78702 • with ASL interpretation
Virtual Open Office Hours
Tuesday, December 2 • 10:00 A.M. – Noon • No appointment necessary
Virtual and In-Person All-Day Open Office Hours
Thursday, December 4 • 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Ste 400, Austin, TX 78741 • No appointment necessary
Virtual and In-Person All-Day Open Office Hours
Thursday, December 11 • 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Ste 400, Austin, TX 78741 • No appointment necessary
Virtual and In-Person All-Day Open Office Hours
Tuesday, December 9 • 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Ste 400, Austin, TX 78741 • No appointment necessary
Learn More About the Other AACME Funding Programs That Create Austin Administers
Austin Live Music Fund
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Elevate Grant
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Heritage Preservation Grant
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Nexus Grant
Supports emerging cultural and creative individuals and organizations to produce public projects and activities for Austin’s diverse communities.
Thrive Grant
Offers focused investment to sustain and grow local arts nonprofit organizations deeply rooted in and reflective of Austin’s many cultures.