More than 1,000 organizations across the state will receive more than $31 million in grants to assist with post-pandemic regrowth and partnerships with local arts groups.

The funding will come from the state Council on the Arts' budget. Arts organizations across the state can apply for $150 million in capital funding for small, mid-sized and large improvement grants from the state agency as part of historic funding included in the 2022-23 spending plan.

"New York's arts and cultural organizations strengthen our economic well-being, nourish our diversity and identity, and support our communities," Gov. Hochul said in a prepared statement Tuesday.

The fund will support grants from institutions looking to foster new programs, community involvement and conversations about diversity, the environment and sustainable living, the labor movement and economic development.

"This record state funding to NYSCA will allow a wide range of organizations to undertake much needed improvement projects, so they can continue to provide New Yorkers with enriching cultural experiences and further their role as economic and community anchors," Hochul said.

Small and midsized capital improvement grants for arts and culture fund projects of any size, with grants of up to $2 million. The large capital improvement grants offer awards between $2 and $10 million for projects costing more than $4 million, according to the governor's office.

To apply, visit arts.ny.gov. The deadline is Jan. 12, 2023.

NYSCA will conduct webinars about the application process and host multiple virtual office sessions for applicants to receive one-on-one assistance before the Jan. 12 deadline.

"Capital funding is transformative for organizations and their communities - these projects bolster employment, advance cultural venues as tourism destinations, and strengthen our hospitality, food and retail sectors," said New York State Council on the Arts Chair Katherine Nicholls. "...This investment will secure our sector's future and ensure that our state cultural treasures will continue to grow and thrive."

CORRECTION: This story has been updated to reflect correct funding totals.