Grants are available in the fields of dance, theater, music, and literature. Applicants must be tax-exempt, charitable 501(c)(3) organizations (as defined by the Internal Revenue Code) in the City and County of Honolulu. The projects must benefit the people of O'ahu. Projects must take place between Dec. 1, 2007, and Nov. 30, 2008.

Proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m. Sept. 7 at the Mayor's Office of Culture and the Arts, 530 S. King St., Room 404, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. Hand-delivered proposals must be submitted during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, between 7:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Only one grant will be awarded to an organization in any one fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). Funds are not granted for scholarships, to benefit individuals, or for religious programs. Grants are generally not approved for conferences, festivals, or operating support.