Circle Grants
Funds arts projects in Cincinnati that advance community impact, access, and engagement in alignment with ArtsWave’s Blueprint for Collective Action goals.
Funder: ArtsWave
Due Dates: January 8, 2026 (FY2026 application closed) | December 2026 (FY2027 anticipated opening)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 or 50% of total project expenses per grant; 1:1 match required.
Summary: Supports arts projects in the Cincinnati region that advance ArtsWave’s Blueprint for Collective Action, fostering community impact and engagement.
Key Information: Applicants must take one year off after two consecutive awards; projects must align with specific Blueprint outcomes.
Description
This program funds arts and cultural heritage projects in the Cincinnati-Middletown metropolitan area that advance the goals outlined in ArtsWave’s Blueprint for Collective Action. The grant aims to catalyze new or expanded programming that delivers measurable community impact, increases access and participation in the arts, and strengthens the vibrancy of the region. Funding is available for both new projects and significant expansions of existing projects, provided they align with one or more of the Blueprint’s five community goals: talent attraction, community engagement, cross-cultural understanding, neighborhood vibrancy, and youth arts education.
