GEORGE BELLOWS FUND

​Since 2015, the George Bellows Fund (previously known as the George Bellows Grant Program) has provided funding in support of individual artists, artistic collaborations, and community-based organizations investing in the fundamental value of arts and culture in the Franklinton community. Funds provided are possible through the efforts of Scrawl artists, Art for Franklinton patrons, sponsors, and donors. 

Individuals or organizations applying for support must demonstrate impact within the Franklinton community and encompasses the mission of The George Bellows Fund. 

A panel of qualified individuals will evaluate grant applications based on a set of criteria designed to determine the evidence of cultural and artistic vibrancy, as well as public benefit and access. 
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Bellows Ave. and Bellows School in Franklinton are named for George Bellows Sr., father of world famous artist and Columbus native George Bellows, Jr., pictured here.

GRANT TIMELINE

  • Application Opens -  First Monday of October (October 3, 2022)
  • ​Application Closes - October 31
  • Application review - November 1-15
  • Grants Extended - November 16-30
  • Agreements received - December
  • Initial Payment Issued - January 2
    • Operating Support Grant - 50%
    • Artist Support & Equality Grant - 100%
  • OPERATING SUPPORT - Second Payment Issued - First Monday of July (July 3, 2023)
  • Final Report Due - End of January 30

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

ORGANIZATIONS
​The George Bellows Operating Support Grant provides unrestricted support for community organizations investing in the fundamental value of arts and culture in Franklinton.
INDIVIDUALS​
​The George Bellows Artist Support Grant provides funds for professional individual artists & groups of all disciplines to make new work, grow artistic skills, and market to a broader audience.
To support the LGBTQIA+ creative community in Franklinton and Central Ohio, we have created a brand new LGBTQIA+ artist grant as part of the George Bellows Fund. The Equali+y Grant will provide support to LGBTQIA+ artists seeking to make new work, grow artistic skills, and market to a broader audience.
"Of all the roles Franklinton Arts District (FAD) plays in Franklinton, the one that means the most is that of being a resource. The District is only as strong as the artists and arts organizations who create and thrive here. It is our responsibility to provide as much strength as possible and one that we don't take lightly."

​Johnny Riddle, Executive Director of Franklinton Arts District

2023 GRANT RECIPIENTS

ARTIST SUPPORT

$15,000 Awarded to 27 Artists & Groups
  • Lauren Benjamin
  • Woody Blackwell
  • Jade Burton
  • Joshua Clark
  • Freddie Crocheron
  • Juan Daza
  • Sara Dzwonczyk
  • Rubble Ejigu
  • Gerald Fitzpatrick
  • Katie Golonka
  • Keith Hanlon
  • Henry Hess
  • Joseph Aich
  • Johnny Hunter
  • Gage Layne
  • Lydia Loveless
  • Tonya Marie
  • OBLSK (Pelham Johnston and Eve Warnock
  • Ariel Peguero​
  • Ebri Yahloe
  • Amy Turn Sharp
  • ​Ben Slobodien
  • Briseus Smith
  • ​Soundclash Entertainment ( Alejandra Solano and Adrian Willis)​
  • Angela Stiftar
  • Christopher Tennant
  • Alicia Jean (AJ) Vanderelli

OPERATING SUPPORT

$10,000 Awarded to 6 Arts & Community Organizations
  • ​Columbus Music Commission
  • Franklinton Farms
  • ROY G BIV Gallery
  • Secret Studio
  • We Amplify Voices
  • Wild Goose Creative

EQUALI+Y GRANT

$5,000 Awarded to 10 LGBTQIA+ Artists
  • Dexter Komakaru
  • Madison Larocque
  • Keara Mayton
  • Patricia Nolan
  • Samantha Pitts
  • JaNai Rakes
  • Garrett Sohnly
  • Kathleen Stumbaugh
  • Luka Weinberger
  • Bradley Weyandt

 PAST GRANT RECIPIENTS

The George Bellows Fund Grant is an annual award given to individual artists, artistic collaborations, and community-based organizations investing in the fundamental value of arts and culture in the Franklinton community. 
2022
In 2022, we awarded $16,800 to 9 artists, arts organizations, and community initiatives. 
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2022 Grant Recipients
  • Joleanna Bare - "Gladden Community House Mural"
  • the bee collective - "Wild Nights"
  • Columbus Music Commission - "Music Mondays at 400 W. Rich"
  • ROY G BIV Gallery - "225MusicFest"
  • Sanctuary Night - "Sanctuary Night & The Wex Arts Empowerment Program"
  • Secret Studio - "2022 Summer Music Series"
  • She Burns Bright - "She Burns Bright Fest 2022"
  • SoundClash Entertainment - "SoundClash Record Show"
  • Wild Goose Creative - "Free Family Sundays"
2020  - COVID-19 Emergency Artist Assistance Grant ​
17 Scrawl artists received funding support to address financial hardship caused by the pandemic. Covered expenses include, but are not limited to: housing, utilities, transportation, childcare, loss of employment, late and past due bills, food, emergency repairs, personal expenses, etc.
2019​
2019 Grant Recipients ​​
  • Gladden Community House
  • Second Sight Project, Inc.
  • She Has A Name
  • Super Art League
  • United Preparatory Academy
  • Wild Goose Creative
2018
2018 Grant Recipients
  • Artmobile​​
  • Columbus Collegiate Academy
  • Franklinton Prep Academy
  • Magic House Farms
  • ROY G BIV Gallery
  • Second Sight Project, Inc.
  • Stephen Takacs
  • John Thorne
  • United Preparatory Academy
​2017
​2017 Grant Recipients
  • Columbus Collegiate Academy
  • Kat Francis
  • Second Sight Project
  • Michael Skelton
  • Social Gaming Club
  • United Preparatory Academy
​2016
​Grant Recipients
  • Columbus Collegiate Academy
  • Kat Francis
  • Second Sight Project
  • Michael Skelton
  • Social Gaming Club
  • United Preparatory Academy
2015
Grant Recipients
  • Franklinton Board of Trade
  • Lower Lights Ministries
  • Tona Pearson
  • Colleen Rosshirt
  • Chris Tennant
The Franklinton Arts District (FAD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization whose mission is to provide leadership related to expanding the acceptance, appreciation, support and impact of the arts and artists in Franklinton. 
All donations to FAD are tax-deductible.