Arts Dollars Grant
The goal of Arts Dollars is to support programming and artists that enrich the quality of life in the Greater Peoria region (Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties) through the arts. It is our mission to make art accessible for all.
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applications for the 2025 arts dollars grant cycle are now closed
ARTS DOLLARS PROGRAM GUIDELINES:
Applications are submitted online at artspartners.net. Applications should be prepared before beginning the online form, as you cannot save and return to your work, nor edit after submission. See the full listing of application materials for online submission below.
PROJECT: Project grants support arts projects or programming that emphasize community engagement and access to the arts. Individual Artists may apply for a project grant up to $2,000 and may take up to 20% for self-pay. Non-profit organizations and K-12 schools may apply for up to $3,500. This category is intended for one-time or first-time projects or programs, and preference will be given to those applications. However, ongoing programs may apply. Preference will be given to applicants with operating budgets of $300,000 or less. However, organizations with larger operating budgets are welcome to apply.
EDUCATION: Education grants support projects or programming that provide opportunities in the arts for K-12 students. Artists may apply for up to $2,000 and may take up to 20% for self-pay. Non-profit organizations and K-12 schools may apply for up to $3,500.
If your application fits into more than one category, please choose the category that most closely aligns with your goals.
arts dollars recipients
2025
2024
