Arch Development

We hope you had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving weekend.
As we move into the final weeks of the year, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation for everyone who continues to champion ARCH Development Corporation—our artists, neighbors, supporters, partners, program participants, and all who believe in the power of creative community in Anacostia.
Your support fuels exhibitions, workshops, performances, small-business programs, and the work that keeps art and culture thriving here at home.

Thank you for walking alongside us and helping strengthen a vibrant, local creative economy. We’re grateful for you—always.

🎉 ARCH Development Receives General Operating Support Grant from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities

ARCH Development Corporation is proud to announce that we have been awarded a Multi-Year General Operating Support (GOS) Grant from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) as part of their Fiscal Year 2026 funding cycle.

This vital grant supports arts, humanities, and arts education organizations across the District—helping us continue our mission to nurture creativity, amplify local voices, and create accessible opportunities for artists and residents east of the Anacostia River.

We are deeply grateful to CAH for their continued investment in DC’s cultural ecosystem and for recognizing the impact of community-based arts organizations like ours. ARCH looks forward to using this support to further contribute to the vibrancy and creative spirit of the Anacostia community and beyond.

Thank you to CAH for your partnership and commitment to keeping the arts thriving across all eight wards.

👉 Learn more about the FY26 grantees and programs at dcarts.dc.gov/page/fy-2026-grantees

The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities (CAH) is seeking grant review panelists! 🎨

CAH invites arts professionals, educators, and community members from across the DC metropolitan area to serve as grant review panelists — individuals who evaluate applications for the agency’s arts and humanities funding programs throughout the year.

Panelists play a vital role in shaping how public arts funding is distributed by reviewing, scoring, and providing feedback on proposals that strengthen DC’s creative landscape.

Applicants with experience in the arts and humanities are encouraged to apply — including artists, curators, gallery professionals, arts administrators, educators, and arts writers or critics. DC residency is not required, and CAH seeks diversity in all forms, including age, race, gender, disability, artistic discipline, and background.

🕒 Commitment: 20–30 hours over 3–4 weeks reviewing up to 30 applications, plus an online panel meeting.

💳 Compensation: $250 gift card honorarium.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise and help support the District’s vibrant arts community.

👉 Learn more and apply at dcarts.dc.gov.

Are You an Artist or Creative Entrepreneur? 🎨🎭🎶
Arch Development — a longtime DC nonprofit — is here to help you turn your creative vision into a thriving business. Through our free small business technical assistance, we support artists, makers, and cultural entrepreneurs in building sustainable careers.
From branding and marketing your work to financial planning and business operations, our team will connect you with the resources, expertise, and strategies you need to grow your creative practice.

Whether you’re a visual artist, performer, designer, or creative business owner, we’re here to help you succeed.

📩 Email [email protected] to learn more.

Funded in part by the DC Department of Housing and Community Development.

Need Small Business Support? 🏢💡
Arch Development — a longtime DC nonprofit — is here to help local entrepreneurs thrive! We offer free small business technical assistance to help you start, grow, and strengthen your business.
From planning and marketing to financing and operations, our team can connect you with the resources and expertise you need to succeed.

📩 Email us at [email protected] to learn more.

Funded in part by the DC Department of Housing and Community Development.