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FY25 On-Ramp (CY24) No longer accepting submissions after 01/04/2024

On-Ramp 2024: a free accelerator for creative entrepreneurs.

On-Ramp is an accelerator for Indiana creative entrepreneurs to take charge of their career. 
Participants explore a community-engaged approach to applying their creative strengths and build a sustainable practice based on business concepts.

On-Ramp includes:
  • Creative Entrepreneur Course: A three-day intensive entrepreneurship and community engagement workshop
  • One-to-One Coaching: A follow-up session with an arts business professional
  • Fellowship: Up to $2,000 to put the lessons into action

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 4, 2024 4:30 pm ET


Before applying, read the full guidelines to participate and be sure you're eligible and if you have not already, create an account in the IAC's online grants system.
Apply by clicking the blue button to the upper right. If you're accessing this on a mobile device, tap the menu (three horizontal lines on the upper left).

To learn more about the course outline, instructor and coach, past participants, and 2023 On-Ramp Fellowship visit the On-Ramp web page.

INverse Accepting Submissions from 02/01/2024 to 04/30/2024

INverse Indiana Poetry Archive

A poet may submit up to 3 poems a year.
Find other eligibility criteria on the Indiana Arts Commission's website https://www.in.gov/arts/programs-and-services/partners/indiana-poet-laureate/inverse-indianas-poetry-archive/.