2026 Artist Projects

2026 Artist Projects is sponsored by Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC). Supports artistic creation in all disciplines and brings original, new artist-led projects to life within the city of Columbus, Ohio.

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* Past Grants Search Arts Council grants from 2018 to the present. * Advocacy & Research Advocacy is a critical part of keeping the arts vibrant in our community. * Community Grantmaking Learn more about becoming a community reviewer!

* Public Art Learn more about the Greater Columbus Public Art Strategy and GCAC’s public art efforts. * Blogs Musings from Mitch Menchaca, GCAC president & CEO and Weekend Warriors, Columbus Makes Art’s weekly event blog. Amharic Arabic Chinese (Simplified) English French Hindi Japanese Portuguese Russian Somali Spanish * Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to artists in Columbus.

* Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops covering a wide range of topics. * GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information. * Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.

* Opportunities for Artists Calls for artists, job postings, and outside grant opportunities are all listed here. * Music Everywhere GCAC’s Community & Street Performer program with paid performance partnership opportunities across the community. * Dresden Exchange Program Information about the history and previous Dresden exchange participants.

* Public Art Learn more about the Greater Columbus Public Art Strategy and GCAC’s public art efforts. * FAQs Get all your questions answered. * Jun 1 2026 Funds for Artists, Opens * Jul 20 2026 Artist Projects, (Round 2) Opens * Aug 24 2026 Artist Projects, (Round 2) Closes * Sep 1 2026 Legal Grant & Lawyer Referral Program, Closes * Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to organizations in Columbus.

* Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops that cover a wide range of topics. * GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information. * Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.

* Artist Opportunities Calls for artists, job postings, outside grant opportunities and nonprofit board opportunities are all listed here. * Public Art Learn more about the Greater Columbus Public Art Strategy and GCAC’s public art efforts. * FAQs Have a question?

Chances are the answer is here. * Submit an Opportunity for Artists Know of job opening, or someone looking for an artist? Submit it here and we’ll post it on our site.

* Nov 13 2026 Cultural Festival Funding, Closes * Overview Learn more about GCAC’s mission, vision, and values. * History Discover how the Greater Columbus Arts Council has evolved through the years. * Staff Meet the professionals behind the success of the Greater Columbus Arts Council.

* Board of Trustees Meet the trustees that govern the Greater Arts Council! * GCAC Gallery The Loann Crane Gallery at the Greater Columbus Arts Council. * GCAC Navigators A new initiative that will help GCAC engage more deeply with our diverse community.

* GCAC Lawyer Referral Service Recipients of GCAC’s Legal Grant can be connected to attorneys providing limited legal services related to your art career/practice at a discounted rate. * GCAC & Film Columbus Logos Download our brand guidelines and logo files. * GCAC Events & Deadlines Check out all our upcoming events and deadlines.

* Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) We’re committed to strengthening Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts within all our programs. * Jobs & Internships Interested in joining our team? Learn more here!

* Community Arts Partnership Awards GCAC’s Community Arts Partnership Awards celebrate those who make outstanding contributions to the arts each year. * Past Grants Search Arts Council grants from 2018 to the present. * Advocacy & Research Advocacy is a critical part of keeping the arts vibrant in our community.

* Community Grantmaking Learn more about becoming a community reviewer! * Public Art Learn more about the Greater Columbus Public Art Strategy and GCAC’s public art efforts. * Blogs Musings from Mitch Menchaca, GCAC president & CEO and Weekend Warriors, Columbus Makes Art’s weekly event blog.

* Jun 1 2026 Funds for Artists, Opens * Jul 20 2026 Artist Projects, (Round 2) Opens * Aug 24 2026 Artist Projects, (Round 2) Closes * Sep 1 2026 Legal Grant & Lawyer Referral Program, Closes Support artistic creation in all disciplines and bring original, new artist-led projects to life within the City of Columbus.

Individual artists and groups of artists (one person may apply on behalf of a group) Approximately 75 artists will receive awards of up to $10,000; 10 filmmakers are eligible for up to $25,000. Applications for this program will be reviewed and evaluated by the public as part of a community-based review process (community grantmaking). The GCAC Board of Trustees will provide final approval on recommended projects.

* February 9, 2026: (Round 1) Opens * March 16, 2026: (Round 1) Closes * July 20, 2026: (Round 2) Opens * August 24, 2026: (Round 2) Closes GCAC’s annual grantmaking budget is dependent on City of Columbus bed tax and admission tax revenues, as well as funding from Franklin County. Due to changing economic factors, GCAC is taking a conservative approach to its funding and operations in 2026.

We are committed to helping our grantees navigate these uncertain times and to supporting the nonprofit creative sector at the highest possible capacity but grant amounts for the upcoming cycle will be lower than last year. If revenues exceed projections, we will notify grantees about any additional support that could be allocated later in the year.

Support artistic creation in all disciplines and bring original, new *artist-led projects to life.

* Take place in the City of Columbus and aim to demonstrate artistic, community, and/or cultural value to the general public * Provide compensation to artist(s) engaged in one or more art forms supported by GCAC: dance, fashion, film, literary, music, theater, visual and multidisciplinary arts * Show alignment with GCAC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement ### *What does “artist-led” mean?

An artist-led project is one in which the artist initiates, conceptualizes, plans, and executes the entire project—either independently or collaboratively—outside traditional or institutional frameworks. An artist-led project is: * Initiated by the artist—the original idea or concept belongs to the artist. * Controlled by the artist—the artist has final say on all creative decisions.

* Branded as the artist—the project should be branded under the artist (not a business or nonprofit). Through Artist Projects, GCAC’s goal is to ensure that artists have full creative freedom; that artists define the goals and outcomes of their projects.

If the artist submits a project**in response to** a gallery or organization’s open call or invitation to exhibit, this would not be considered artist-led, as that exhibition is part of the gallery/nonprofit’s programs and season. Ineligible projects are externally initiated, and the opportunity is typically created by a venue, business, event producer, or organization.

These projects are typically bound by curatorial direction and/or structed programming. Additionally, any work funded by Artist Projects cannot overlap with organizations receiving Operating Support, General Support, or Project Support—this includes most arts nonprofits in our region. You may still partner with an arts nonprofit as long as the event is NOT part of their programming.

### **Who is eligible to apply?

** This program is for individuals who work in the following disciplines: dance, fashion, film, literary, music, theater, visual and multidisciplinary arts who meet the following criteria: * Are working artists (age 18 and older): * GCAC’s definition of a working artist: * Has a portfolio, body of work, collection, published works, or performance history; * Is paid for performances, sells their artwork, or is otherwise compensated for their artistic creation; * Routinely dedicates time to the creation of art and regularly shares their artwork with the public through performances, film festivals, fashion shows, publishing, exhibitions, etc.; * May have formal or informal training and seeks to improve their artistic skillset; actively engages with the artistic community; * Is focused on expressing their own creative and aesthetic ideas, rather than on documentation or journalism.

* _Note: Filmmakers are welcome to submit projects within the documentary genre. _ * Demonstrate residency in the **City of Columbus**for at least one year prior to application; * **Updated for 2026:**Applicants living in Franklin County with residency outside of the City of Columbus may apply if the project activities take place within the City of Columbus.

* Applicant agrees to remain a resident of central Ohio for one year after the award date. * Are **NOT**enrolled as degree-seeking undergraduate students. **Who is NOT eligible to apply******?

**** We recognize that many people contribute to central Ohio’s creative economy. We appreciate the talents of all creatives working in our region.

However, we are unable to accept applications from: * Influencers or YouTube/TikTok/Instagram content creators * Body artists (make-up, nails, hair, tattoos, etc.) * Producers/music producers/creative directors/art directors * _Note: While the terms “producer” and “artist” are often used adjacent to or interchangeably, they each focus on different aspects of bringing creative projects to life.

A producer is typically responsible for the logistical aspects of a project, whereas a working artist would be involved in the actual creation of the artwork, performance, etc. The key distinction between the two lies where a producer ensures that the artist has viable working conditions and in contrast, the artist directly generates the content—putting forth ideas, techniques, and skills that give life to the final creation.

_ * Sound/recording engineers/podcast * Strictly commercial photographers/videographers (e.g. weddings/family portraits/business headshots) * Strictly club or mobile DJs hired for private or public events (e.g. weddings, clubs and parties) * Religious/worship leaders creating work solely for one congregation * Artists creating work solely using artificial intelligence (AI) ### **What types of projects are eligible?

** * Projects that are created and led by an artist (or group of artists) that involve the creation of art and meets the following criteria: * Takes place within the **City of Columbus**; * Demonstrates payment to professional artists involved (applicant may pay themselves); AND * Has a defined end result that allow the public to experience the art created; * Examples: performances, exhibitions, installations, festivals, locally produced films/tv series, published works, recordings, art experiences, and community events where the arts are at the core.

### **What types of projects are NOT eligible? ** * Competitions or award shows * Previously completed activities (no reimbursements) * Artists may not apply for funds related to an externally produced performance, exhibition, event, or call to artists.

From start to end, projects must be **led by the applicant** (including original concept of project, selection of venue, selection of artist(s), creation of art, disseminating to the public, marketing of the project, etc.) * Requests that overlap with the following GCAC funding programs: Project Support, General Support, Operating Support Note: If you are unsure if your project meets the eligibility requirements, please contact Khaila Carr at kcarr@gcac.

org before starting the application. ### **How much can I apply for? ** Applicants of all disciplines can apply for up to $10,000.

Filmmakers may apply for up to $25,000 (limited number available). ### **How often can I receive funds? ** Applicants can receive one Artist Projects grant each calendar year after the completion of any past Artist Projects grants.

If you submit an application and are not selected, you may reapply another round (if available). ### **When are applications due? ** Please see the timeline section indicating important deadlines.

Applications are due by 5 p. m. ### **ELIGIBILITY (FILM)** **am i an eligible filmmaker?

** If requesting funds as a filmmaker, the maximum award amount is $25,000. To be eligible, the applicant must be a filmmaker (with resume/work samples to prove past work as a filmmaker) and**must** be the primary creative force behind the film. Filmmakers must initiate the concept, retain full creative control throughout the project’s development, and guide it through to completion.

This may include decisions on script, visuals, sound, direction, editing, and presenting. The filmmaker holds creative autonomy. The film should not be driven by institutional, commercial or client-led agendas.

Films should reflect the filmmaker’s personal vision and authorship. Filmmakers will also choose collaborators, production methods, and distribution or exhibition models.

Eligible filmmakers should demonstrate prior experience working with film and be prepared to submit samples of their work, which could include: * Directing short or feature-length films * Exhibiting films in galleries, festivals or screenings * Working in screenwriting, cinematography or editing **Who cannot request funds as a filmmaker (max of $25,000)? ** * Artists with a primary discipline other than film.

* Artists working in dance, fashion, literary, music, theatre and visual arts may still choose to make a film—but the project’s requested award amount must not surpass $10,000. They may hire filmmakers to help with the project. * We cannot accept applications from producers.

* **NOTE:**While the terms “producer” and “filmmaker” are often used interchangeably, they are each distinct roles in the filmmaking process. A producer is typically responsible for the logistical aspects of a film—securing funding, managing schedules, overseeing budgets, and coordinating the production team.

In contrast, the filmmaker—whether a director, screenwriter, cinematographer—is directly engaged in the actual creative process of the film. The distinction lies in their focus: a producer ensures that the creative team has viable working conditions and in contrast, the filmmaker directly generates the creative content—putting forth ideas, techniques, and skills that give life to the final film.

* Filmmakers may only be awarded once per project. Artist Projects and Columbus Motion Picture Incentive funding cannot be combined on the same production. **What are the required work samples for filmmakers?

** * Two to three YouTube/Vimeo links to examples of your work listed in a PDF file. * Work must have been completed within the last five years. Files in excess of three pages will automatically be disqualified.

Links should be directly embedded into the PDF. Please ensure that links are clickable and not password protected. **Can my film be of any genre?

** Yes. Filmmakers are welcome to submit projects within any genre. However, we cannot accept film projects that are strictly commercial or client-based.

**what if i have already started working on my film? ** Works in progress are acceptable, however, all expenses must be for filmmaking activities taking place after the award date (no reimbursements for expenses already incurred). Your application and budget should focus on how GCAC funding will be implemented after the award date.

**what if i my film project evolves over the course of a year? or if i ultimately can’t complete the film? ** We recognize that film projects may encounter delays, shifts in creative direction, or challenges with securing additional funding.

Any**significant changes** to the film’s theme, budget or production plan must be communicated in writing and in detail to GCAC for approval at the time of the change. Because these grants are reviewed and scored by community reviewers, it is important that the project remains consistent with what was originally proposed, scored and selected. Applications Open:February 9, 2026 Applications Due:March 16, 2026 by 5 p.

m. Applicants Notified:May 29, 2026 Project Earliest Start Date:June 1, 2026 Project Must Be Completed By:July 31, 2027 Final Report Due:30 days following Project End Date Applications Open:July 20, 2026 Applications Due:August 24, 2026 by 5 p. m.

Applicants Notified:October 16, 2026 Project Earliest Start Date:November 1, 2026 Project Must Be Completed By:December 31, 2027 Final Report Due:30 days following Project End Date ## Application Questions & Uploads ### **What are the application questions?

** * Short Project Description (no more than 50 words; this will be shared publicly if you are awarded) * _Note: The Project Start Date should indicate when GCAC funding is to be implemented. Payment processing may take up to 4 weeks from the award notification date. Project Start Dates that are prior to 6/1/2026 (Round 1) or 11/1/2026 (Round 2) will be considered a reimbursement and therefore ineligible.

_ * Are you applying as a filmmaker? (Yes/No) * _Applicants of all disciplines may request up to $10,000. _ * _Filmmakers may request up to $25,000.

_ * Is this a solo project? * _Projects may be solo or group projects. One person may apply on behalf of a group.

_ * How many local artists will be paid as part of this project? * _Applicants may pay themselves and be the only artist paid. _ * Tell us about the original project that you’d like to bring to life.

Provide a rough timeline from planning to execution. Tentative plans are acceptable. * _All projects must be the original concept of the applicant.

Continuing projects must include an update, evolution of work, or new version. _ * How does this project align with GCAC’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access statement? * Who are you engaging with as part of the project (other artists, venues/spaces, community members, nonprofit partners, collaborators, local businesses)?

* What is innovative about your idea? What makes you excited about this project? * What is the end result expected at the completion of the project?

How will the public experience the art once completed? * _Applicant should consider what suits their project best, the end result does **NOT** have to be a large event. _ * What experience do you have leading this type of project?

### What uploads are required? NOTE: All uploads must be in PDF format ONLY. PDFs help streamline our juried review process since they allow documents and formatting to be shared and viewed consistently across devices and platforms.

* Upload your artistic resume (PDF format ONLY) * Upload your artistic work samples (PDF format ONLY — no more than 3 pages. Files in excess of 3 pages will automatically be disqualified. Links and images should be directly embedded into the PDF.)

* Dance – 2 to 3 YouTube/Vimeo links to video examples of your work, created in the last 5 years. * Fashion – 5 to 10 images of your work, created in the last 5 years. * Film – 2 to 3 YouTube/Vimeo links to examples of your work, completed within the last 5 years.

* Literary Arts – 1 to 2 manuscripts of up to 10 pages each * _Due to the nature of this discipline, PDFs may include a selection from a larger work or, in the case of poetry/short stories, multiple pieces within a 10 page sample PDF, completed within the last 5 years. _ * Music – 3 to 4 audio or YouTube/Vimeo links to video examples of your work, created in the last 5 years.

* Theater – 2 to 3 YouTube/Vimeo links to video examples of your work, created in the last 5 years. * Visual Arts – 5 to 10 images of your work, created in the last 5 years. * OPTIONAL: Upload up to 3 files of additional materials that may support your application (PDF format ONLY—you may include links, images, or written content within the PDFs.)

* Examples: links to materials, past project photos, publicity articles, artist statement, letters of support from partners, additional project plans, etc. * Files uploaded **should be short and not take more than 5 minutes to review. ** Excessive length files will automatically be disqualified. ### **How do I complete the budget section of the full application?

** * Click on the “Add/View Budget” button. * Think about all your costs related to your project from start to finish (venue, marketing, print materials, contractors, insurance, supplies, artist fees). * Add a line by clicking the plus (+) button for each expense you will have.

* Estimate the costs based on your research. If your project is expected to generate income (ticket or merchandise sales, sponsorships, donations, etc.), enter a line for each income source. NOTE: Artists**must** be paid – whether that’s you as the project lead, or artist(s) you are hiring.

Budgets should clearly indicate an allocation of funding to artists. **If no payment to artists is included, your project will be marked ineligible. ** It is **not** required that you have an income source outside of grant funds.

If your project’s overall budget is more than the requested grant amount, you will be asked to list potential funding sources for the amount not covered by the grant. All project funds (from GCAC or other sources) should be invested back into the project (i.e. projects should not be profit-generating). ### **What assistance is available for completing an online application?

** * Live and recorded walk-throughs of the application process will be available on our Workshop page: https://www. gcac. org/workshops-and-resources/workshops/ * Prior to each deadline, GCAC will host workshops and grant application writing sessions, where staff and/or GCAC Navigators will be available to answer questions.

Artists are also encouraged to do peer reviews at these meetings. * If you do not have access to a computer to complete an application, GCAC has computers that you can reserve for an hour. Please contact grants@gcac.

org to reserve time at least 48 hours in advance of your desired date and no later than two weeks before an application deadline. * GCAC has partnered with **Art Possible Ohio** to provide support to artists with disabilities. Artists needing assistance while completing GCAC grant applications should reach out to **Lori Esposito** at Art Possible Ohio at granthelp@artpossibleohio.

org to schedule time. Please reach out early—emails received within a week of a grant deadline will not be accommodated. ## After Submitting – Reviews & Scoring Following the deadline, to ensure that proposals meet the basic eligibility criteria, applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed by Grants & Community Engagement staff members.

* Applications are screened for: * Project Start & End Dates * Application completeness * _**TIP:** 1 to 2 sentence answers may be seen as an incomplete application. Strong grant applications tend to provide reviewers with a 360-degree description of themselves as an artist, in addition to detailed project plans. Try to write as if the person reviewing is unfamiliar with your work.

_ * If applicable, past Artist Projects Final Report submission * _**NOTE:**_ To be considered eligible in future rounds, if previously awarded an Artist Projects grant, your Final Report must be submitted at the time of application. Applications that do not meet basic eligibility criteria will not move forward to the Community Review Process.

### **Determining Finalists** Due to budgetary constraints, no more than 90 applicants will be considered in each round. Following the staff eligibility review, all eligible applications will be sent to a panel of 30-40 arts administrators and leaders to determine the 60-90 applications that will be sent on to the Community Review process.

Applications are reviewed based on the public scoring rubric with a particular focus on the following questions: * _Is the application thorough and well thought out? _ _Will a community reviewer have enough information to make a decision on this project? _ * _Does the application fall under the definition of compelling?

_ * _Is the project innovative – does it go beyond the outside of the artist’s normal practices and opportunities? _ * _Will the artistic end result benefit the community who views, reads, attends, or engages with the art? _ ### **Evaluation, scoring and voting** In 2024, GCAC introduced a community grantmaking process through Artist Projects and Project Support.

This collaborative, participatory process invites the public to participate in the review and evaluation of applications. GCAC staff trains reviewers and guide logistics; however, scores and recommendations for funding comes from the community reviewers, not GCAC staff or Board of Trustees. This approach is another step in GCAC’s equity work and our commitment to collective decision-making.

Though fairly new to GCAC, community grantmakinghas been in use for decades across the globe and it is tool toshift power dynamicsinherent within funding environments. Power is transferred to the community that reflects the many perspectives, identities and interests of our diverse community and itdemystifies the grantmaking process, hopefully making more artists and groups more comfortable with applying for funding.

Artist Projects will be scored out of 40 total points: * Compelling project with arts at the core (up to 10 points) * Creativity and artistic concept (up to 10 points) * Evidence of a solid plan for completion (up to 10 points) * Benefit to the public who will engage with the completed project (up to 10 points) To see a full breakdown of the scoring rubric provided to community reviewers, please visit this document: Click here to access the scoring rubric!

Grant approvals are based on evaluations and available funding. Following a vote from the GCAC board of trustees, applicants will be notified by email of the application award status (approved or declined). You will receive reviewer/committee notes (if applicable) and a score in the notification email.

## After Awarded – Contracts, Payments, Reporting Following the approval of a grant, a grant agreement specifying the terms of the grant will be available in the online application portal by clicking the “Contracts to Complete” button. To accept the award, review the grant agreement and digitally sign by the date indicated. No changes in the proposed project can occur without prior written approval from GCAC.

Failure to properly notify and/or obtain approval could result in the cancellation of the remaining grant and impact future funding eligibility. ### **Payments and Spending the Funds** Grantees will receive 90% of their grant award following the receipt of a digitally signed Grant Agreement. The remaining 10% will be paid following receipt and approval of the final report.

Grantees may choose to have payments issued: * To the artist grantee personally (Social Security Number is collected and a 1099 will be issued); * To the artist’s or artist’s group LLC (EIN is collected and a 1099 will be issued); OR * To a fiscal sponsor nonprofit organization (this option is recommended for grantees who want administrative and financial management support for the project; fiscal sponsorship may have reduced tax liability).

For faster and dependable delivery, all payments will be issued through ACH Direct Deposit. Banking information is collected (or updated with changes) in your profile and is stored securely in the application portal. NOTE: Payments may take up to four weeks to be processed.

### **Invitation & Tickets** GCAC makes an effort to engage with as many projects as possible by attending events and activities funded through our grant programs. Please add grants@gcac. org to your email list for the project.

Upon request of the Grants & Community Engagement team, please make available up to four tickets for events (if applicable) so that staff or board can experience your programming and become better advocates for the arts in Columbus. Final Reports are due 30 days following the Project End Date as listed in your grant application. To complete the Final Report, login to the application portal, and click on “Reports to Complete”.

Extensions may be requested in writing **before** the Final Report due date. Failure to submit a Final Report within 60 days of the due date will result in the cancellation of the remaining grant disbursement**. **Overdue or failure to submit final complete reports may affect eligibility and impact grant awards in future applications.

Receipts are not required for the Final Report. Grantees are encouraged to keep track of spending and financials via a