The Creative Accelerator deadline is today, November 20, at 11:59pm. IAC staff are available until 5:00pm to answer questions. If you need assistance accessing the Salesforce grant portal, please email John Gawlik.
Arts Midwest's Grow, Invest, Gather (GIG) Fund is a grant of up to $4,000 that supports Midwestern organizations that want to contract with a professional artist to offer activities to their community.
Application Details
The GIG Fund provides flexible grants for nonprofit organizations to support programs and activities featuring professional artists. GIG Fund grants help cover fees for touring or local artists. Funds may also be used for project costs such as accessibility accommodations and marketing. We work with a panel to help us review applications and distribute grants annually.
FY24 Timeline
Intent to Apply (Required): Due September 21, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m. Central Time
Application Deadline: Due October 3, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m. Central Time
Notification of Award Decisions: Early November 2023
GIG Fund Activities Take Place: November 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Secure or renew your organization’s SAM.gov registration prior to the application deadline. “Pending” SAM.gov registrations will be accepted at the time of application.