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Individual Excellence Awards

Funder Ohio Arts Council

Due Date Sep 01, 2026

The Individual Excellence Awards program recognizes outstanding accomplishments by artists in a variety of disciplines by giving artists the resources to experiment, explore their art forms, develop skills and advance their careers.

At a Glance

Amount

$5,000

Applicant Location

Ohio

Fund Types

  • Fellowship / Award

Disciplines

  • Dance
  • Design
  • Film / Video
  • Folk & Traditional Arts
  • Humanities
  • Interdisciplinary
  • Literature
  • Media Arts
  • Music
  • Other
  • Theatre
  • Visual Arts

What Is It?

The Individual Excellence Awards program recognizes outstanding accomplishments by artists in a variety of disciplines. Awards give artists the resources to experiment and explore their art forms, develop skills and advance their careers, and receive affirmation and acknowledgment for outstanding work. Competitive applications focus on the merit of past artistic work.

Who Can Apply?

Creative artists who are residents of Ohio, have lived in Ohio for one year prior to the September 1 application deadline, at least 18 years of age, and are not a student and/or pursuing a degree, may apply to this program.

When To Apply?

Due Date: Sep 01, 2026

About the Funder

Ohio Arts Council

State Agency

Columbus

About

A state agency that funds Ohio-based nonprofits, schools, and individual artists across disciplines through programs ranging from general operating support to project grants. Grants require applicants serve audiences in and be physically located in Ohio.