Indy Arts Council

Indy Arts Council’s mission is to champion arts and culture. We believe every resident should experience arts and culture in a way that nourishes and inspires them. This vision of a creative life for all is central to the work we do to support artists, arts organizations, and the community.

Founded in 1987, Indy Arts Council advocates for the community funding and support necessary for a thriving arts scene. We connect artists, audiences, businesses, foundations, and organizations with opportunities to explore and expand central Indiana’s creative vitality.

Indy Arts Council strives to equitably and inclusively serve independent artists, arts and culture organizations, and central Indiana residents through a wide range of programs, events, resources, and grants.

We operate two performance and exhibition spaces, the Indianapolis Artsgarden and Gallery 924. Our free online initiative, Explore Indy Arts, features a comprehensive arts and culture calendar, a non-juried directory of central Indiana artists, a public art database, and more. We also administer the City of Indianapolis Annual Grants Program that provides funding to 103 nonprofit arts and culture organizations that serve 6.5 million visitors and residents annually. 

Your gift of any amount will directly impact the Indy Arts Council’s capacity to fulfill our mission and provide free programs and services to artists and arts organizations. With your support we can continue to make a difference in the lives of central Indiana artists, residents, and visitors.