Fundraising + Grantwriting

Many artists and arts organizations rely on external funding sources such as grants or donations. Effective fundraising and grantwriting secure the resources that allow creative work to flourish by providing revenue to offset expenses or create space for artistic projects.

Creative Fundraising in Action

Read these stories to see how Midwestern arts organizations are thinking outside the box to raise money for their projects

Ohio’s Next Landmark Honors the Monumental Women Around Us

At the Ohio Statehouse, the Ohio Women’s Monument is taking shape. It’s a first-of-its-kind tribute—the result of years of partnership, policy work, private funding, and artistry.
- Ohio
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Sculpture as a Spark: This Small Indiana City is Betting on Public Art

Warsaw’s Public Arts Commission is proving that even smaller places can use public art to build pride, participation, and possibility.
- Indiana
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A Rural Opera House Faces its Biggest Challenge Yet

Minnesota’s oldest operating theater is racing to raise $4 million to save its historic stage.
- Minnesota
- World Fest
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