William O. Purdy, Jr. Foundation Fund
Supports small nonprofit performing arts organizations in Greater Cincinnati to enrich the region’s cultural life through project or program grants.
Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Due Dates: June 15, 2026: Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline | August 1, 2026: Proposal deadline | December 1, 2026: Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline | February 1, 2027: Proposal deadline
Funding Amounts: Typical awards support project or program costs for small performing arts organizations; annual revenue of applicants must be under $1.5 million; grant size not specified.
Summary: Supports small nonprofit performing arts organizations in Greater Cincinnati to enrich the region’s cultural environment.
Key Information: Applicants must wait 24 months after a grant or decline before reapplying; preference for Hamilton County, OH, and Northern Kentucky.
Description
The William O. Purdy, Jr. Foundation Fund, administered in partnership with the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, is dedicated to supporting small nonprofit performing arts organizations that enrich the cultural life of the Greater Cincinnati area. The fund honors Mr. Purdy’s legacy as a passionate arts patron and focuses its charitable giving on organizations with annualized revenues under $1.5 million. Grants are intended to help these organizations realize their vision and contribute to the vibrancy of the regional arts community.
