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Arts & Culture Programs

The Creative Places Accelerator is a multi-year program where cross sector community teams from small to midsize Iowa communities develop arts-based projects to serve as catalysts for livability, economic development, and community connectedness. Projects developed through this accelerator program will be focused on creative placemaking or placekeeping and will have demonstrated positive impact on their respective communities. 

The Creative Places Accelerator is a multifaceted program that provides training, networking, technical assistance and grant opportunities.

Eligibility

  • Eligible Iowa municipalities
  • Nonprofit organizations

Program Timeline

October 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026

Application Process

  • Applicants must complete an online application by August 20, 2024
  • Please review the Program Guidelines found in the Resources section for more information on eligibility requirements, use of funding, reporting requirements, the review process, application questions and scoring rubric.

Resources

Schedule a meeting with Program Manager Jon Berg to discuss questions about the application.

Potential applicants are encouraged to review all published material and contact Jon Berg, Program Manager with questions well in advance of the application deadline.