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

May 1, 2026 (Application deadline)

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

Supports innovative arts programming and public arts activities to enrich and connect communities in Winnebago, Green Lake, Waushara counties, and the City of Ripon.

--- ## Description This grant program funds the creation and presentation of arts in Winnebago County, Green Lake County, Waushara County, and the City of Ripon. Its goal is to enrich local communities by fostering participation in arts and cultural activities that promote interaction, deepen learning, and build community across diverse groups. Funding is re-granted to arts organizations and nonprofit groups for innovative arts programming, with a focus on public events and projects that are accessible to all. Priority is given to projects that demonstrate innovation, artistic excellence, significant impact, audience engagement (especially among those who do not typically access the arts), and collaboration among local arts stakeholders. Supported activities may include exhibitions, performances, workshops, residencies, lectures, or publications—spanning all artistic disciplines. --- ## Due Dates - May 1, 2026: Application deadline (Community Arts Grants — full online application due) Grant decisions are typically announced in June. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical award amounts are less than $5,000. - Grant requests may not exceed 50% of the total project costs. Recent awards have ranged from $500 to $5,000, supporting a wide variety of arts projects and organizations. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations or groups (individual artists are not eligible). - Projects must take place in Winnebago County, Green Lake County, Waushara County, or the City of Ripon. - Activities must be open to the public (e.g., exhibitions, performances, workshops, lectures, publications). - All funded activities must be held in accessible venues. - Grant funds cannot be used for: - Fundraisers - Projects occurring outside the greater Oshkosh area - Hospitality/refreshments - Expenses incurred before grant approval - Activities with a religious purpose - Organizations that discriminate --- ## Application Process 1. **Preview Application**: Review the [application questions (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/application_community-arts-grant-program.pdf) before starting. 2. **Submit Online**: Complete and submit the [online application form](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) by the deadline. 3. **Supporting Documents**: If requested, provide additional documentation (e.g., 501(c)(3) letter, Board list, financials). 4. All applications must be submitted through the Community Foundation’s grant portal. --- ## Additional Information - Grant-supported activities must credit both the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation and the Wisconsin Arts Board in all publicity and programs. - Applicants are encouraged to review the [Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment](https://artsaccesshub.org/assess-plan/). - For examples of past funded projects, see the [2024 Grant Awards](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FY2024-Art-Grant-Summary.pdf) and [Grant Stories](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/category/grant-stories/arts/). --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/apply-for-grants/community-arts-grants) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=oacf) - [Application Questions (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/application_community-arts-grant-program.pdf) - [2024 Grant Awards (PDF)](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/FY2024-Art-Grant-Summary.pdf) - [Arts & Culture Accessibility Self-Assessment](https://artsaccesshub.org/assess-plan/) - [Contact Page](https://www.oshkoshareacf.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |--------------|----------------------|--------------------------------|------------------| | Amy Putzer | Director of Programs | [amy@oshkoshareacf.org](mailto:amy@oshkoshareacf.org) | (920) 426-3993 | | General Info | — | [info@oshkoshareacf.org](mailto:info@oshkoshareacf.org) | (920) 426-3993 |

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