The City of Charlotte’s 2025 Creative Growth Grants application is now closed. Applicants will be notified in late September. Please contact applications@charlotteiscreative.com with any questions.

Creative Entrepreneurs Initiative

Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort open September 15, 2025. Visit the Creative Entrepreneurs Initiative webpage for more program information, class topics, and eligibility requirements. 

IMPORTANT DATES

• Spring 2026 Applications Open – Sept 15, 2025
• Spring 2026 Application Close – Oct 12, 2025 at 5pm ET
• Application Information Session – Sept 17, 2025 – Click here to register
• Applicants notified by Nov 20, 2025
• Spring 2026 CEI Session: Jan – April 2026

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