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Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to artists in Columbus.
Funding for Artists Check out the latest funding opportunities and guidelines.
Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops covering a wide range of topics.
GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information
Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.
Opportunities for Artists Calls for artists, job postings, and outside grant opportunities are all listed here.
Community & Street Performer Program Learn more about this great program created in partnership with Music Columbus.
Dresden Exchange Program Information about the history and previous Dresden exchange participants
FAQs Get all your questions answered.

For Organizations

Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to organizations in Columbus.
Grants & Funding Check out the latest funding opportunities and guidelines.
Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops that cover a wide range of topics.
GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information
Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.
FAQs Have a question? Chances are the answer is here.
Submit an Opportunity for Artists Know of job opening, or someone looking for an artist? Submit it here and we’ll post it on our site.

About GCAC

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) We’re committed to strengthening Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts within all our programs.
Board of Trustees Meet the 30 trustees that govern the Greater Arts Council
Staff Meet the professionals behind the success of the Greater Columbus Arts Council.
GCAC Navigators A new initiative that will help GCAC engage more deeply with our diverse community.
Jobs & Internships Interested in joining our team? Learn more here!
Press Releases Read our latest press releases.
Blogs Musings from Tom Katzenmeyer, GCAC President & CEO and Weekend Warriors, Columbus Makes Art’s weekly event blog.
GCAC & Film Columbus Logos Download our brand guidelines and logo files.
GCAC Events & Deadlines Check out all our upcoming events and deadlines
Past Grants Search Arts Council grants from 2018 to the present.
Advocacy & Research Advocacy is a critical part of keeping the arts vibrant in our community
History Discover how the Greater Columbus Arts Council has evolved through the years

Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to artists in Columbus.
Funding for Artists Check out the latest funding opportunities and guidelines.
Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops covering a wide range of topics.
GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information
Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.
Opportunities for Artists Calls for artists, job postings, and outside grant opportunities are all listed here.
Community & Street Performer Program Learn more about this great program created in partnership with Music Columbus.
Dresden Exchange Program Information about the history and previous Dresden exchange participants
FAQs Get all your questions answered.

Overview Learn more about the services GCAC provides to organizations in Columbus.
Grants & Funding Check out the latest funding opportunities and guidelines.
Workshops & Events Upcoming and recorded workshops that cover a wide range of topics.
GCAC Application Portal Access the SmartSimple grants portal for applications and your previous grant information
Studios & Spaces Find available spaces for rent that have been submitted by community organizations and businesses.
FAQs Have a question? Chances are the answer is here.
Submit an Opportunity for Artists Know of job opening, or someone looking for an artist? Submit it here and we’ll post it on our site.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) We’re committed to strengthening Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts within all our programs.
Board of Trustees Meet the 30 trustees that govern the Greater Arts Council
Staff Meet the professionals behind the success of the Greater Columbus Arts Council.
GCAC Navigators A new initiative that will help GCAC engage more deeply with our diverse community.
Jobs & Internships Interested in joining our team? Learn more here!
Press Releases Read our latest press releases.
Blogs Musings from Tom Katzenmeyer, GCAC President & CEO and Weekend Warriors, Columbus Makes Art’s weekly event blog.
GCAC & Film Columbus Logos Download our brand guidelines and logo files.
GCAC Events & Deadlines Check out all our upcoming events and deadlines
Past Grants Search Arts Council grants from 2018 to the present.
Advocacy & Research Advocacy is a critical part of keeping the arts vibrant in our community
History Discover how the Greater Columbus Arts Council has evolved through the years

Important Dates & Deadlines:

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Dec 8: Columbus Arts Festival: Artist Applications Due

Feb 9: Columbus Arts Festival: Performers Application Deadline

Check back soon for the 2024 grant guidelines.