GOS Grant Program Overview

The General Operating Support (GOS) grant program is designed to provide unrestricted core support for established, fiscally sound arts or cultural organizations that consistently offer high quality services to a broad audience. The GOS grants are offered every two years through a highly competitive application process. Organizations must meet eligibility requirements outlined in the GOS Guidelines and, if eligible, compete in a public Grant Application Panel Review. If qualified, GOS grantee organizations are approved for funding for the grant period which is from January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2012.

How to Apply to the 2011/2012 GOS Grant Program:

1. Read the Guidelines.
2. Read the Intent to Apply Instructions.
3. New applicants to the GOS program, learn about participating in the Ohio Cultural Data Project which is required of all GOS applicants.
4. Complete and submit the Intent to Apply form by the stated deadline.
5. Complete and submit the GOS Application and support materials by the stated deadline (login and password required).
6. Attend the Panel Meetings on May 25, 26 and 27, 2010.