Each year, Indy Arts Council offers a number of grant programs to artists and arts administrators. These grants enhance and support the development of quality arts performances, programs, professional development, services, exhibitions, and arts activities throughout central Indiana. Grant applications are adjudicated in an objective process that is free from conflicts of interest and assures fairness and professionalism.

Grants and Fellowships for individuals include:

Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship Program
A two-year sabbatical-like fellowship for artists and administrators that have worked in the arts for 5 or more years.
Award Amount: $10,000

Robert D. Beckmann Jr. Emerging Artist Fellowship
A one-year fellowship for local emerging artists to jumpstart their career.
Award Amount: $3,500

DeHaan Artist of Distinction Award
A one-year project-based award for an established visual artist.
Award Amount: $10,000

Wug Laku Mental Health & Wellness Grants
Provide access to mental health care for artists & arts administrators including, one-on-one therapy, support groups, art therapy, and wellness practices.
Award Amount: $750 or $250

Emergency (Catastrophic) Grants
Emergency grants for artists and arts & culture workers who have recently experienced a catastrophic event and need assistance.
Award Amount: Determined based on application. 

Before you begin work on applications for these grant and fellowship opportunities, be sure to read carefully through the guidelines, including the eligibility requirements.

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