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The Illinois Arts Council (IAC) is thrilled to announce the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF) award, offering a $10,000 taxable grant to support our vibrant creative workforce. To qualify, individual artists must demonstrate an active and sustained practice, be at least 21 years of age, be established as an Illinois resident, and not be currently enrolled full-time at a college or university in any undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral program.

Join us for a pre-recorded webinar, and don’t miss our "Drop-In" sessions for real-time Q&A with IAC Program Staff—no registration needed!

The application deadline is Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

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