Cultural Festival Funding
Supports arts-focused cultural festivals in Franklin County, Ohio, that celebrate and preserve immigrant, refugee, and new American heritage through music, dance, visual arts, and other art forms.
Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council
Due Dates: January 26, 2026 (opens) | November 13, 2026 (final application deadline, 5:00 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: $3,500 flat award per eligible festival; paid in full upon contract.
Summary: Supports arts-focused cultural festivals in Franklin County that primarily serve immigrant, refugee, and new American communities.
Key Information: Applications must be pre-approved for eligibility before portal access; funding is limited and lower than prior years.
Description
This program provides funding to arts-focused cultural festivals that celebrate and share cultural heritage traditions, with an emphasis on serving immigrant, refugee, and new American communities in Franklin County, Ohio. The goal is to support authentic cultural expression, education, public engagement, and the preservation of traditions through annual festivals featuring dance, music, visual arts, and other art forms. The program is open to festivals organized by individuals, businesses, or nonprofits, provided the festival itself meets eligibility criteria.
