Arts Project Support
Indiana Arts Commission's APS grant funds short-term, public arts projects that expand community access to the arts across Indiana, especially for underserved populations.
Funder: Indiana Arts Commission
Due Dates: March 4, 2025 (Spring, FY26) | February 24, 2025 (Spring Draft, FY26) | September 30, 2025 (Fall, FY26) | September 23, 2025 (Fall Draft, FY26) | March 5, 2026 (Spring, FY27) | February 23, 2026 (Spring Draft, FY27) | September 3, 2026 (Fall, FY27) | August 24, 2026 (Fall Draft, FY27)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per project; no matching funds required; one APS grant per organization per fiscal year.
Summary: Supports public-facing short-term arts projects or activities in Indiana to increase community access to the arts.
Key Information: Highly competitive; only one APS grant per applicant per fiscal year; draft reviews available for new applicants.
Description
Arts Project Support (APS) grants from the Indiana Arts Commission provide funding for public-facing, short-term arts projects or a series of arts activities. Supported projects may include performances, exhibits, arts festivals, cultural planning, arts learning experiences (for youth, older adults, etc.), public art, or other arts-based activities that engage Indiana communities. The program's goal is to expand access to arts experiences across all Indiana counties, with a focus on reaching underserved populations and geographies.
