Project Support: Events, Festivals, Series
This grant funds nonprofit-led public arts events, exhibitions, and performances in Columbus, requiring professional artist involvement and strong community engagement.
Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards $3,000–$8,000 (partial funding); maximum request $25,000; 20% cash match required.
Summary: Supports public arts performances, exhibitions, and events in Columbus, requiring professional artist involvement and a strong community focus.
Key Information: Applicants may receive either Project Support or Cultural Festival Funding, not both, in a calendar year.
Description
This grant assists nonprofit organizations in Columbus, Ohio, with funding for public arts performances, exhibitions, locally produced film presentations, and community events where the arts are central. Projects must involve significant participation of professional artists, be open and promoted to the public, and primarily take place within the City of Columbus. The program emphasizes community engagement, artist compensation, and public access to arts experiences, supporting the nonprofit creative sector in Columbus.
