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ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC

ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC

Indianapolis, IN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
31-1225893
Regional Funder
Logo for "ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC"

ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC

Indianapolis, IN, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
31-1225893
Regional Funder

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Est.

1987

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The Arts Council of Indianapolis Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization focused on grantmaking within Indiana, having disbursed $16.7 million to 113 grantees in the state. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, providing grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Arts Council can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO CHAMPION ARTS AND CULTURE. WE'RE WORKING TO HELP OUR LOCAL ARTS SCENE THRIVE, WHICH MEANS WE ADVOCATE FOR COMMUNITY FUNDING AND SUPPORTAND WE CONNECT ARTISTS TO AUDIENCES IN HOPES THAT EVERYONE IN CENTRAL INDIANA WHO WANTS TO CAN EXPERIENCE THE ARTS.
Total Funding Given

$0

2024
Grantees funded
113
Multi-year grantees
81%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

95

Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$22.3K
M
Michael Hulka
Board Member
B
Brenda Horn
Board Member
K
Karen Kennelly
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC?
No. ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC give?
ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
Who did ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC fund recently?
In 2024, ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Inc, EITELJORG MUSEUM OF AMERICAN INDIANS AND WESTERN ART INC, and Indianapolis Museum of Art Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC?
ARTS COUNCIL OF INDIANAPOLIS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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