ArtsWave Circle Grants
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Overview
ArtsWave Circle Grants
Overview: A vital initiative strengthening the capacity and sustainability of arts organizations led by, or predominantly serving, Black Cincinnatians. Provides targeted support helping recipient organizations build infrastructure, expand programming, and deepen community impact.
Geographic Scope: Cincinnati, Ohio region
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Examples of 2026 Funded Projects:
2026 Cohort: 10 organizations receiving grants
Funding Source: Funded in part by contributions from members of ArtsWave's Circle of African American Leaders for the Arts to the annual Community Campaign
Program Impact: Circle Grants recipients transform communities, preserve cultural heritage, and open doors for future generations. Emphasis on capacity-building enables sustainable models.
Contact: artswave.org/circlegrants
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Visit artswave.org/circlegrants to view recipient organizations and access information
2. Organizations led by or predominantly serving Black Cincinnatians may apply
3. Submit application demonstrating organizational capacity-building needs
4. Detail community impact and alignment with program focus areas
5. Submit through ArtsWave application portal
- Organization's service to Black Cincinnatians
- Capacity-building potential
- Community impact and reach
- Sustainability of proposed programming
- Leadership and organizational infrastructure
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