Arts and Culture Fund Grant

The Arts and Culture Fund, managed by the Greater Toledo Community Foundation, invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding of up to $100,000 for public arts projects that enhance community connections. These projects should engage local residents and address cultural heritage, aligning with the Toledo Strategic Plan for Arts & Culture. Collaborative proposals are encouraged, focusing on civic engagement and the revitalization of Toledo neighborhoods.

Greater Toledo Community Foundation
The Community Foundation is an inclusive, innovative organization where everyone is invited to collaborate for a sustainable future.
The Foundation seeks applications for place-based public arts installations, murals or performances as a means to strengthen connections between residents and neighborhoods, helping to create a network of vibrant cultural hubs. In alignment with the previously developed Toledo Strategic Plan for Arts & Culture, projects that include engagement with neighborhood groups and individual residents will be prioritized, as will projects that honor local history and promote civic engagement and pride.
Details
Collaborative proposals that include multiple nonprofits of varying sizes and focus areas are encouraged.To allow for time to coordinate resident participation, applicants can request a project period up to two yearsThe maximum request amount per proposal is $100,000.

Eligibility

Proposals will only be considered from nonprofit, charitable organizations which have been designated as having tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service code.Applicant organizations should have a demonstrated track record of completing public art projects or performances.