[Oshkosh Area Community Foundation](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org)

May 1, 2026

Typical awards less than $5,000; cannot exceed 50% of total project costs.

Supports innovative, collaborative arts projects that enrich Winnebago, Green Lake, Waushara counties, and Ripon through public engagement and creative programming.

Projects must occur in eligible regions and be open to the public; grants are not available to individuals.

--- ## Description This grant supports the creation and presentation of arts in Winnebago County, Green Lake County, Waushara County, and the City of Ripon. The program is designed to enrich local communities by fostering participation in arts and cultural activities, encouraging innovation, originality, and artistic excellence, and promoting collaboration among artists, organizations, and residents. Funding is re-granted to organizations and nonprofit groups delivering arts programming that reaches diverse audiences and enhances the cultural landscape. --- ## Due Dates - May 1, 2026: Application deadline (full online grant application due) Funding decisions are typically announced in June. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards are less than $5,000. - Grant request cannot exceed 50% of the total project costs. --- ## Eligibility - Only organizations and nonprofit groups are eligible; grants are not available to individual artists. - Activities must occur in Winnebago County, Green Lake County, Waushara County, or the City of Ripon. - Projects must be open to the public (e.g., exhibitions, performances, workshops, residencies, lectures, publications). Charging an admission fee is allowed. - Activities must be held in accessible venues. - Grant funds cannot support: - Fundraisers - Travel outside the greater Oshkosh area - Hospitality expenses (food, entertainment, etc.) - Expenses incurred prior to grant approval - Activities with a religious purpose - Discriminatory organizations or activities --- ## Application Process 1. [Preview the grant application questions (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/application_community-arts-grant-program.pdf). 2. Submit the [online grant application form](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) by the deadline. All applications must be submitted online. 3. If requested, provide additional documentation such as your 501(c)(3) determination letter, Board of Directors list, income statement or balance sheet, and most recent IRS Form 990. 4. Ensure your project budget details sources of revenue and expenses, and that requested funds do not exceed 50% of total costs. 5. Applicants are encouraged to review the [Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment](https://artsaccesshub.org/assess-plan/). --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to projects demonstrating innovation, artistic excellence, diversity, audience engagement, educational value, and collaboration. - Examples of eligible activities include: theater productions, museum exhibitions, performing arts events, community festivals, university arts festivals, and literary programs. - Past grant recipients and stories can be found on the [Oshkosh Area Community Foundation website](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/category/grant-stories/arts/). --- ## External Links - [Program page and application instructions](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/apply-for-grants/community-arts-grants) - [Online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) - [Application preview (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/application_community-arts-grant-program.pdf) - [Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment](https://artsaccesshub.org/assess-plan/) - [Wisconsin Arts Board](https://artsboard.wisconsin.gov/Pages/home.aspx) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |----------------|----------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------| | Amy Putzer | Director of Programs | [amy@oshkoshareacf.org](mailto:amy@oshkoshareacf.org) | (920) 426-3993 | | General Inquiries | — | [info@oshkoshareacf.org](mailto:info@oshkoshareacf.org) | (920) 426-3993 | [Contact page](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/contact-us/)

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