Arts Midwest Now Accepting Applications for Its 2025–26 GIG Fund

Arts Midwest has announced that applications are now open for the 2025–2026 cycle of its GIG Fund. The Fund provides grants of up to $15,000 for nonprofit organizations to offer public-facing arts projects and activities in Midwestern (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, or Wisconsin, or the Native Nations that share this geography) communities.

In addition to the regular GIG Fund, Arts Midwest introduces a new Arts and Wellness track this year. This track, as its title implies, supports projects that connect art and wellness, and it also includes professional development sessions to support your team and your work.

Applicants may only apply for one GIG Fund grant per year. A mandatory Intent to Apply is due September 15, 2025, with final applications due September 29, 2025.