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Cultural festivals centered on presenting the arts and celebrating heritage traditions serving immigrant, refugee, and newly arrived American audiences can apply annually for $3,500 in funding from the GCAC, or submit for competitive project support for larger amounts.
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Get matched →The Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) funds cultural festivals centered on presenting the arts (dance, fashion, film, literature, music, theater, and visual arts) that preserve and celebrate heritage traditions and serve immigrant, refugee, and newly arrived American communities. Applicants can request $3,500 in annual funding, or apply for competitive project support for higher amounts.
Submit applications via email to Khaila Carr at [email protected] with festival name, start and end dates, location, website/social media, primary leader contact information, description of cultural representation, and how heritage and arts are presented. Attach supporting documents (flyers, promotional materials, etc.). Eligible applications will be invited to submit through the dedicated portal.
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.
Khaila Carr, GCAC Staff [email protected]