Funding for Artists
Browse our curated list of grants, fellowships, and other funding opportunities for visual artists in Northeast Ohio.
DEADLINE: September 1st, 2026
Individual Excellence Awards ↗
Ohio Arts Council
The Ohio Arts Council's Individual Excellence Awards offer $5,000 to Ohio resident artists in recognition of outstanding past artistic work, giving them resources to experiment with their art forms, develop skills, and advance their careers. In even-numbered years, applications are accepted in crafts, design arts/illustration, interdisciplinary/performance art, media arts, photography, and visual arts 2D and 3D.
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DEADLINE: September 30th, 2026
Artist-in-Residence Program ↗
Akron Soul Train
Akron Soul Train invites visual, literary, performing, and multidisciplinary artists from the region to apply for its 2027 Artist-in-Residence program. Selected artists receive a $1,000 unrestricted stipend, dedicated support, and professional recognition.
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ArtsLAUNCH! Grant Competition ↗
Kent State University
Kent State University College of the Arts offers the ArtsLAUNCH! Grant Competition, awarding $500 grants to undergraduate and graduate KSU students proposing new art creation or new arts-focused ventures. Cross-campus collaboration encouraged but not required.
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