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Creative Places Accelerator Program is sponsored by Iowa Arts Council. This program helps cross-sector community teams from small to mid-sized Iowa communities develop arts-based projects.
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Creative Places Accelerator | Economic Development & Finance Authority Creative Places Accelerator The Creative Places Accelerator is a year long program where cross sector community teams from small to midsize Iowa communities develop arts-based projects to serve as catalysts for livability, economic development, and community connectedness.
Projects developed through this accelerator program will be focused on creative placemaking or placekeeping and will have demonstrated positive impact on their respective communities. Creative Places Accelerator callout The Creative Places Accelerator is a multifaceted program that provides training, networking, technical assistance and grant opportunities.
Eligible Iowa municipalities September 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 FY27 Creative Places Accelerator Program Application Schedule a meeting with Program Manager Jon Berg to discuss questions about the application. FY27 Creative Places Accelerator Program Guidelines (300. 75 KB) .
pdf Potential applicants are encouraged to review all published material and contact Jon Berg, Program Manager with questions well in advance of the application deadline. Complete a Final Report Form FY26 Final Reimbursements and Final Reports Training Webinar Video FY26 Program Guidelines (947. 8 KB) Archived .
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible Iowa municipalities and nonprofit organizations. Cross-sector community teams from small to mid-sized Iowa communities developing arts-based creative placemaking or placekeeping projects. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Creative Places Accelerator Program is funded by Iowa Arts Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Iowa. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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