Panelists

Application Open
Applications are open from December 16, 2024, at 8 a.m. through January 24, 2025 at 5 p.m. CST. View the timeline for more information.

The Department of Arts & Culture seeks members of the creative community to review and evaluate applications for grants, the Local Music Spotlight program, and public art initiatives. Panelists serve three-year terms.

Timeline

December 16, 2024

Application opens at 8 a.m. CST

January 24, 2025

Application closes at 5 p.m. CST

February 3 - 21, 2025

Evaluation and scoring of applications

March 2025

  • Committee and Commission approvals
  • Decision notification to all applicants

Apply

Step 1.Create a GO Smart Profile

Use our grant management software to create an individual account or update your existing account. Do not create an organization profile.

Create a Profile

NOTE: Make sure your profile is up to date before beginning an application. It will be used for all communications and contracting.

Step 2.Apply

Log in to your GO Smart account:

Apply

Applications are reviewed and approved by the San Antonio Arts Commission and its subcommittees. Applicants will be notified via email on the status of their application in March.

Those selected are required to complete training on unconscious bias and attend virtual training in advance of application reviews. A $300 honorarium is paid to panelists who fulfill their role.

Resources

NOTE: The following resources are specific to the panelist application process for the FY 2026 - FY 2028 term.

 

Contact

Email

Contact Form

Phone

210-206-ARTS (210-206-2787)

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