Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship
The Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship supports central Indiana artists and arts administrators with $12,000 for individualized personal and creative renewal activities, rather than project production.
Funder: Indy Arts Council
Due Dates: June 14, 2026 (eligibility, required) | July 12, 2026 (optional draft review) | August 2, 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: $12,000 per award | 50 fellowships | Activities must occur Nov 2026–May 2028
Summary: Supports central Indiana artists and nonprofit arts administrators with $12,000 for personal renewal activities, not for project production.
Key Information: Eligibility information must be submitted first; only eligible applicants may submit a full application.
Description
The fellowship provides $12,000 to 50 artists and nonprofit arts administrators in central Indiana to pursue activities that foster personal and creative renewal. Rather than supporting project-based artistic production, the program is designed to give recipients time and resources to refresh their creativity, well-being, or professional goals. Eligible activities are highly individualized and may include travel, wellness retreats, artistic exploration, spiritual practice, genealogical research, or health support. The belief is that renewed artists and administrators strengthen the broader creative community.
