READI 2.0 Redevelopment & Art Initiative

The IEDC has launched the READI 2.0 Redevelopment & Art Initiative.  The $250 million state-wide funding made available through Lilly Endowment Inc. will advance and support two transformative initiatives focused on: (1) systemic community challenges associated with deteriorating, vacant, abandoned and/or blighted properties statewide; and (2) elevating the vitality of Indiana’s arts and cultural community through regional investments that benefit every resident’s quality of life, retain citizens and attract future generations of Hoosiers.

Total Appropriation:                                  $250,000,000

Blight Reduction & Redevelopment          $185,000,000

Arts & Culture Initiative                                 $65,000,000

For the READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative, please complete and submit:

• Arts & Culture Application and Evaluation

Below is the READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative Guidance from the IEDC. The Indiana Arts Commission is looking for transformative and impactful regional projects.

• Arts & Culture Initiative Resources

This submission will only be considered for READI 2.0 Art & Culture Initiative funding.  

Below is Northwest Indiana’s Arts & Culture Strategy for guidance:

• Northwest Indiana’s Arts & Culture Strategy