ArtsinStark recognizes the impact cross-sector partnerships have in addressing community challenges and improving individual and overall wellbeing. In FY25, its first year, the ArtsImpact Grant funded partnerships between the arts community and partners.
FY26 applications will be accepted between April 1 and May 15, 2025. Individual artists, small community-based arts groups, and artist collectives must partner with a not-for-profit organization to apply. Funding will be available for projects taking place in Stark County between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026 that engages the shared constituents of both partners.
All successful project collaborations will have a lens of inclusion and equity and will support ArtsinStark’s mission to make Stark County a thriving and vibrant region. Awards will be $2,500 - $7,500 per project.
Any applicant may appear in only one proposal, regardless of whether they serve as lead or collaborating applicant. Larger institutions should coordinate carefully to ensure that multiple ArtsImpact proposals are not being submitted.
Applications will be evaluated and scored using the following criteria:
- Impact on Stark County (30%)
- Value of program to participants, creators, and/or audiences
- Quality, including relevant background of artists and educators
- Uniqueness of programming
- Breadth or depth of reach
- Alignment with Strategic Priorities (30%)
- Clarity of alignment with at least one strategic priority
- Background of at least one partner in content area
- Accountability (30%)
- Clarity of partner responsibilities
- Evidence of planning
- Financial accountability, including meaningful artist fees and
- Clarity of Proposal (10%)
- Clear narrative
- Compelling materials
- Clear budget presentation and notes
Organizations which applied in FY25 should use the same login credentials (email, password) as they did last year. If you need to know which email address is affiliated with your organization’s account, email grants@artsinstark.com.
ArtsImpact FY26
ArtsinStark recognizes the impact cross-sector partnerships have in addressing community challenges and improving individual and overall wellbeing. In FY25, its first year, the ArtsImpact Grant funded partnerships between the arts community and partners.
FY26 applications will be accepted between April 1 and May 15, 2025. Individual artists, small community-based arts groups, and artist collectives must partner with a not-for-profit organization to apply. Funding will be available for projects taking place in Stark County between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026 that engages the shared constituents of both partners.
All successful project collaborations will have a lens of inclusion and equity and will support ArtsinStark’s mission to make Stark County a thriving and vibrant region. Awards will be $2,500 - $7,500 per project.
Any applicant may appear in only one proposal, regardless of whether they serve as lead or collaborating applicant. Larger institutions should coordinate carefully to ensure that multiple ArtsImpact proposals are not being submitted.
Applications will be evaluated and scored using the following criteria:
- Impact on Stark County (30%)
- Value of program to participants, creators, and/or audiences
- Quality, including relevant background of artists and educators
- Uniqueness of programming
- Breadth or depth of reach
- Alignment with Strategic Priorities (30%)
- Clarity of alignment with at least one strategic priority
- Background of at least one partner in content area
- Accountability (30%)
- Clarity of partner responsibilities
- Evidence of planning
- Financial accountability, including meaningful artist fees and
- Clarity of Proposal (10%)
- Clear narrative
- Compelling materials
- Clear budget presentation and notes
Organizations which applied in FY25 should use the same login credentials (email, password) as they did last year. If you need to know which email address is affiliated with your organization’s account, email grants@artsinstark.com.