The Iowa Arts Council’s investments in arts and cultural organizations are a key part of its commitment to strengthening the capacity of Iowa’s creative sector to deliver enriching arts experiences for all Iowans. 

Our investments in arts and cultural organizations fall broadly into two categories: 

Iowa Culture Leadership Cohort

Iowa small to midsize arts, culture, history and humanities nonprofit organizations are invited to participate in the Iowa Culture Leadership Cohort

This two-year program will help participants build leadership skills in organization operations, sustainability and programming through professional development workshops, peer learning, mentorship and guidance from outside consultants.

Support Iowa Arts

Become a Volunteer Panelist

Are you interested in helping support Iowa arts? We want to hear from you. Citizen advice from unique artistic and cultural viewpoints is central to government support of the arts.