Grants & Fellowships / Verified 7 September 2026
The Indy Arts Council's Louder Than Words Grants award funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities where at least 51% of participants are people of color. Applicants must show culturally competent practices and document efforts against discrimination for marginalized groups. The next deadline is October 15, 2026, and there is no application fee.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. October 15, 2026
“Cycle 1 (Health & Wellness): April 1 – May 15. Cycle 2 (Workforce Development): June 1 – July 15. Cycle 3 (Safe Communities): September 1 – October 15. Overall deadline listed: 10/15/2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get.
“Up to $10,000 per organization for programming, scholarships, facility improvements, or emergency needs.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Nonprofit organizations only (501(c)(3) status required). Must serve diverse communities (51%+ people of color participants). Must demonstrate culturally competent services and support efforts to alleviate discrimination for marginalized gr
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