Specialty Grants- Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant

Specialty Grants- Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: WindSwell Foundation
Amount: Up to US $25,000
Last Updated: February 06, 2026

Summary

The Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant supports projects that engage individuals with disabilities in Northeast Indiana's arts communities. Annually, applications open in May and close in September, with funding up to $25,000. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) compliant, and priority is given to impactful projects. Collaboration is encouraged, ensuring diverse participation in the arts. This grant aims to foster inclusivity and enhance the cultural landscape by empowering individuals with disabilities.

Overview

NOTE: Application opens the first Friday of May and closes the last Friday of September each year. Announcement of recipient will go along with our Fall grantmaking cycle in mid-November. Mission & Vision Our mission is to support children and adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities live as independently as possible, be included and involved in the community and to live their life to the fullest. We envision a community in which people with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities are engaged fully and meaningfully in all aspects of community life. How We Do It WindSwell Foundation is elevating ideas that reimagine disability. But we couldn’t do it alone. As a grantmaking organization, we work with community partners who implement our vision on a practical level. Our grants support nonprofit organizations with their programs, capital needs and operations, and fund opportunities that fit our priority initiatives and enhance the lives of people with disabilities. Then, like a seed carried on the wind, our partners carry our mission into their communities—with transformational results. Grant Types We have three grant types. Specialty grantsTraditional grantsMighty Money Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant Focus Special projects focused on including and engaging individuals with disabilities in the local arts communities of Northeast Indiana. Amount Up to $25,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Requirements:Applications should be for a new program or project inclusive of those with disabilities (as defined under focus).Must be located in Northeast Indiana.An organization can only receive a Gilmore Grant as a primary applicant once.Funding is for programming and capital only.If the project is ongoing, applicants will be asked for a plan of sustainability.Applicants need to be part of a 501(c)(3). If an individual would like to apply, they should find a 501(c)(3) partner.