Regional Arts Partners Grants
$4,500. Deadline January 11, 2027.
- Award
- $4,500
- Deadline
- January 11, 2027 84 days left
- Who can apply
- Open to students in Champaign County, Macon County, or Vermillion County, Illinois (applicant must live or work there) studying music, dance, literature, or media arts.
- Where
- Illinois
Champaign County, Macon County, or Vermillion County, Illinois (applicant must live or work there) - Essay
- Yes, 4 essays
Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.
About this scholarship
The Regional Arts Partners Grants provide four $4,500 grants to local artists through 40 North, the Champaign County arts agency, funded by the Illinois Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts. It is open to artists who live or work in Champaign, Macon, or Vermillion County, Illinois, whose projects engage the public or include a community service component and will be completed by July 31, 2027.
Essay prompts
If yes, what was the project and when was it funded by 40 North? — Please note that prior grant recipients can apply, however the jury will prioritize projects from applicants who have not been funded
Project Description (please include details for related events such as date, time, and location)
How will the project be publicized with regard to underserved areas?
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Common questions
How much is the Regional Arts Partners Grants worth?
The award is $4,500.
When is the Regional Arts Partners Grants deadline?
The deadline is January 11, 2027. As of October 19, 2026, that is 84 days away.
Who can apply for the Regional Arts Partners Grants?
Open to students in Champaign County, Macon County, or Vermillion County, Illinois (applicant must live or work there) studying music, dance, literature, or media arts.
Does the Regional Arts Partners Grants require an essay?
Yes. The application asks for 4 essays. The first prompt is: "If yes, what was the project and when was it funded by 40 North? — Please note that prior grant recipients can apply, however the jury will prioritize projects from applicants who have not been funded".
How do I apply for the Regional Arts Partners Grants?
You apply through the online form on form.jotform.com. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.
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