The Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program is established by Senate Bill 1116 to support small nonprofit performing arts organizations…

The California Business & Economic Development organization awarded a contract to The Antaeus Company for the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program, established by Senate Bill 1116. The contract, designated as Encumbrance Only 0000003476, has a total value of $183,274.51 and covers the performance period from December 29, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The primary objective of this program is to support small nonprofit performing arts organizations in hiring and retaining employees.

The contract is structured as an "Encumbrance Only" type, indicating a specific financial commitment by the state to allocate funds for the designated purpose. The single line item describes the program's scope, with a quantity of one and a unit price matching the total contract amount. This award represents a targeted state-level initiative to provide financial support to the performing arts sector, specifically focusing on workforce stability for small nonprofit organizations in California.