Funds for Artists
This grant supports Columbus-based artists in various disciplines with funding for new work, professional development, and marketing to help advance their creative careers.
Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Full application deadline, 5 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts are lower than previous years; typical grants support eligible expenses for creating new work, professional development, or marketing.
Summary: Supports working artists in Columbus with costs for new work, professional growth, and promotional activities.
Key Information: Only Franklin County residents are eligible; incomplete or ineligible applications cannot be revised or resubmitted.
Description
This grant program assists working artists in Columbus with expenses related to the creation of new work, professional development opportunities, and marketing or promotional costs. Eligible disciplines include dance, fashion, film, literary, music, theater, visual, and multidisciplinary arts. The goal is to help artists advance their creative practice, develop professionally, and expand their public presence. Funding may be used for materials, supplies, tools, space rental, travel for formal opportunities, and marketing activities. The program does not support event producers, music producers, students in undergraduate programs, or those residing outside Franklin County.
