Artist Projects
Forecasted
The Greater Columbus Arts Council's Artist Projects grant funds original, artist-led public projects in any discipline, supporting creative innovation and community engagement in Franklin County, Ohio.
Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Round 1 Applications Due, projected) | August 2027 (Round 2 Applications Due, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 for most disciplines; up to $25,000 for filmmakers (limited awards).
Summary: Supports original, artist-led projects in any discipline that benefit the public and foster innovation in Franklin County, Ohio.
Key Information: Eligibility requires at least one year of residency in Franklin County or a bordering county; projects must take place in Franklin County and compensate artists.
Description
This annual grant program from the Greater Columbus Arts Council funds the creation and realization of original, artist-led projects across all artistic disciplines. The program empowers artists to initiate, conceptualize, and execute creative visions with full autonomy outside traditional or institutional frameworks. Projects must demonstrate artistic, community, or cultural value and result in a public experience—such as performances, exhibitions, installations, or published works—taking place within Franklin County, Ohio. The grant emphasizes fair compensation for participating artists and alignment with the Council’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
