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READI 2. 0 Arts and Culture Grants is a program from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation that invests $65 million in projects strengthening quality of place, attracting and retaining talent, and positioning Indiana communities for long-term economic growth. Administered in partnership with the Indiana Arts Commission, the program funds arts and cultural infrastructure projects in READI 2.
0 regions across Indiana. Awards can cover up to 100% of eligible project costs. The application deadline was April 15, 2026.
Eligible applicants are organizations in READI 2. 0 regions partnering with providers identified by the Indiana Arts Commission. Applications are submitted through the Indiana Arts Commission portal.
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Applications Open for READI 2. 0 LEI Arts & Culture Initiative | Community Foundation of Randolph County State to invest $65M in projects that strengthen quality of place, attract and retain talent, and position Indiana communities for long-term economic growth. Applications for the READI 2.
0 LEI Arts & Culture program are now open. This is a tremendous opportunity to invest in the cultural assets and infrastructures that make our region unique. Reminder that the IAC regions do not align exactly with the IEDC regions.
The application portal is officially live: https://www. grantinterface. com/Home/Logon?
urlkey=indianaarts . We encourage interested organizations and partners to create an account (if new to the IAC portal) and begin reviewing the application. Application Deadline — April 15, 2026 (5:00 PM ET) – All required questions and uploads must be submitted by this deadline.
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. IEDC Webinar February 10 Recording Did you miss the READI 2. 0 Arts & Culture Initiative Informational Webinar last week?
No worries — we’ve got you covered. A full recording of the session is available here for anyone who would like to review the details, revisit key guidance, or share with partners. Review here: www.
indianareadi. com/resources Regional Plan & Supporting Materials East Central Indiana Arts Plan – serving Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Grant, Henry, Jay, Randolph, and Wayne counties.
Accelerate Rural Arts Plan – serving Decatur, Rush , and Shelby counties Central Indiana Arts Plan – serving Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison , Marion, Morgan, Putnam Southeast Arts Plan – serving Dearborn, Ohio, Switzerland, Union , Franklin, Ripley Review all plans here: https://www. indianareadi.
com/resources Connect with your IEDC regional leadership and watch for additional resources to support project and application success such as: Application workshops walking through requirements and expectations Guidance on aligning projects with the regional strategy Tips for developing strong, competitive proposals Opportunities for one-on-one conversations and project feedback Program and eligibility questions can be sent to nkouton@iedc.
in. gov & heyoung@iedc. in.
gov. Technical support with the IAC online grants system can be directed to grantsadmin@iac. in. gov. READI 2.
0 ARTS & CULTURE INITIATIVE PROGRAM GUIDELINES
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: READI 2. 0 regions in Indiana, partnering with providers identified by the Indiana Arts Commission. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to 100% of eligible project costs Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Skills Enhancement Fund (SEF) is a grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) that funds businesses to support training and upgrading the skills of employees required to support new capital investment. The grant reimburses a portion, typically 50%, of eligible training costs over a period of two full calendar years from the commencement of the project. Training funded must lead to post-secondary credentials, a nationally recognized industry credential, or specialized company training for both new hires and existing workers, and must result in wage increases for existing employees. Eligible applicants are Indiana businesses making new capital investments that require upskilling of their workforce.
Manufacturing Readiness Grants (Indiana) is a grant from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) that funds Indiana manufacturers investing in smart manufacturing technologies, modernization initiatives, and capacity improvements. The program helps Indiana companies adopt cutting-edge equipment, automation, and digital technologies to strengthen their global competitiveness. Eligible applicants are Indiana-based manufacturers undertaking qualifying investments in smart manufacturing technology integration. Awards are available up to $200,000 per applicant with a 1:1 matching requirement, meaning recipients must commit equal private investment alongside the grant. No current application deadline is listed; interested manufacturers should contact IEDC directly for program cycle details.