Arts Partnership Grant
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The Arts Partnership Grant supports Iowa arts organizations and partners through sector convenings, arts and well-being programs, and strategic initiatives that strengthen the arts statewide.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
Iowa Arts and Culture has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Iowa Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,500–$40,000 for one-time project expenses
Summary: Supports regional and statewide arts convenings, arts and well-being programming, and strategic initiatives in Iowa.
Key Information: Applicants must provide a 1:1 match; strategic initiatives are by invitation only.
Description
Administered by the Iowa Arts Council within the Iowa Economic Development Authority, the Arts Partnership Grant supports projects that strengthen the arts in Iowa and align with the council’s 2022–2026 Strategic Plan. Its priorities are significant regional or statewide arts convenings that build professional knowledge and collaboration; programming that demonstrates the arts’ contribution to belonging, connection, and health and well-being; and strategic partnerships that advance statewide arts goals or assess the arts sector’s impact.
Projects focused solely on creating, performing, or presenting artwork are ineligible unless specifically tied to the Arts, Health and Well-being category. Strategic Initiatives are available by invitation only.
