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Creative Communities Grants is sponsored by Arts Midwest. Funds innovative community arts projects, including music and choral endeavors, throughout the Midwest region.
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
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Photo Credit: Fred Zwicky Opportunities for Organizations Grants to support arts events in community Grants of up to $15,000 to support Midwest organizations who want to present artists in their community.
Funding to read and discuss a book in community Grants of up to $20,000 to encourage dialogue by reading and discussing a book in community Intent to Apply Due January 15, 2026 Shakespeare in American Communities Connecting young people with Shakespeare’s plays Grants of up to $30,000 to connect young people across the country to Shakespeare’s plays and support apprenticeships.
Intent to Apply Due January 29, 2026 Opportunities for Individuals Touring and Residency Grants for U. S. Jazz Artists Grants of up to $40,000 to develop jazz tours and residencies across the country Midwest Culture Bearers Award Celebrating culture bearers and folk arts practitioners Celebrating and supporting the work of Midwest culture bearers and folk arts practitioners.
Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities Celebrating the work of Midwestern visual artists with disabilities Supporting accessibility in the arts and celebrating the work of disabled Midwestern visual artists. Celebrating entrepreneurial thinking in the creative sector Celebrating Midwesterners whose work demonstrates entrepreneurial thinking and business acumen.
Across our 40-year history, Arts Midwest has supported creative work across many artistic disciplines and communities. Photo Credit: Pierre Ware Frequently Asked Questions Do you accept unsolicited proposals? When do new grant opportunities typically open?
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations within Arts Midwest’s nine-state region (Illinois included). Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $2,500 - $10,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Art Meets Activism (AMA) Grant is sponsored by Kentucky Foundation for Women. Supports feminist artists and organizations leading community members in participatory art-making to advance positive social change in Kentucky. Application snapshot: target deadline February 23, 2026; published funding information $1,000 - $7,500; eligibility guidance Individual women or gender non-conforming artists and feminist organizations residing in Kentucky. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
USArtists International is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Arts. Supports U. S. performing artists and ensembles in dance, music, and theater invited to perform at significant international festivals and performing arts markets abroad. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: USArtists International - Mid Atlantic Arts Opportunities Outside of Mid Atlantic Arts CALT Appalachian Foodways Practitioner Fellowships CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship CALT Community Anchors Initiative CALT Emerging Traditional Artists Program Cultural Sustainability: Community Roots Delaware Division of the Arts Individual Artist Fellowships Folk and Traditional Arts Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects Grants Mid Atlantic Presenter Initiatives New Jersey State Council on the Arts Individual Artist Fellowships Performing Arts Global Exchange Walking Together: Investing in Folklife in Communities of Color Strategic Plan / Imagine Next Opportunities Outside of Mid Atlantic Arts CALT Appalachian Foodways Practitioner Fellowships CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship CALT Community Anchors Initiative CALT Emerging Traditional Artists Program Cultural Sustainability: Community Roots Delaware Division of the Arts Individual Artist Fellowships Folk and Traditional Arts Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects Grants Mid Atlantic Presenter Initiatives New Jersey State Council on the Arts Individual Artist Fellowships Performing Arts Global Exchange Walking Together: Investing in Folklife in Communities of Color Strategic Plan / Imagine Next Deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Image: Zoe & Cloyd performing in Holy Trinity Church in Westport, Ireland. Credit: Michael Reynolds. International Touring Impact Stories Grant Matching Requirement USArtists International® supports in-person performances by artists from any state or territory in the U.S. at engagements at international festivals, global presenting arts markets, and other eligible engagements outside of the United States. The program funds individuals and ensembles across all performing arts practices and disciplines. Mid Atlantic Arts is committed to the development and expansion of both the careers and artistic goals of U.S. performers by providing connections to audiences, presenters, curators, and their peers through the USAI program. By elevating the voices that reflect a vibrant array of creative expression, we are able to celebrate and share the diversity and imagination of the United States. Grant support range: Grants of up to $11,000 toward eligible expenses. Grants require a one-to-one cost share (or match). Applications to USAI must meet eligibility criteria in each of the following three areas to be eligible for the program: International Tour Eligibility Please see the Guidelines below for the full list of eligibility requirements. Deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 by 11:59 PM Eastern For projects taking place between June 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027. Letters of invitation are due by Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Guidelines and Application Program Guidelines have been refreshed. There is one deadline for USAI this program year. Be sure to review artist eligibility as Fiscal Sponsorship is no longer allowed. To learn more, read the Application snapshot: target deadline February 25, 2026; published funding information Up to $11,000; eligibility guidance U. S. -based individual performing artists and ensembles; applicants must have a letter of invitation from an eligible international festival. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information $2,500 - $10,000; eligibility guidance Nonprofit organizations within Arts Midwest’s nine-state region (Illinois included).
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
How do I apply for an Arts Midwest grant or award? Each grant or award has its own guidelines and eligibility requirements. Review the information on the program page linked above to determine whether it’s a good fit for you or your organization.
When you’re ready to apply, you’ll use our SmartSimple grants portal. Learn more about how the portal works , or go straight to SmartSimple by clicking the button below. What makes for a good grant application?
A strong grant application clearly follows the guidelines and offers specific, detailed plans for your project that are rooted in your unique vision for the work. To help you put your best foot forward, we’ve created resources on grant writing, including 7 Tips to Level Up Your Grant Writing Game and Best Practices for Federal Grant Applications .
Many of our programs also offer additional support—such as office hours or sample applications that you can reference—so be sure to review the guidelines for more information. Do you give grants to individual artists? We do offer opportunities for individual artists.
You’ll find those listed in the “Opportunities for Individuals” section above. If you’re looking for additional support, we also encourage you to explore funding through your state arts agency . I have a fiscal sponsor.
Can I still apply for a grant? Most of our funding is made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. As such, applicants and grantees must abide by federal eligibility requirements .
Read more from the NEA about fiscal sponsorships here . Where else can I find support for my organization or project? We recommend visiting the United States Regional Arts Organizations (USRAO) website to explore national grants offered by our sister organizations.
State Arts Agencies and the National Endowment for the Arts also offer funding and resources for both individuals and organizations. Questions about grants or programs? Our team is here to help.
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