{"id":133378,"date":"2026-02-18T15:13:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T20:13:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=133378"},"modified":"2026-09-29T14:15:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:15:17","slug":"indiana-readi-2-0-arts-and-culture-initiative-launched","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2026\/02\/18\/indiana-readi-2-0-arts-and-culture-initiative-launched\/","title":{"rendered":"Indiana READI 2.0 Arts and Culture Initiative launched"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the launch of the $65 million Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative.<\/p>\n

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News release from Indiana Governor Mike Braun’s office:<\/p>\n

Gov. Braun Launches READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative to Support Communities and Accelerate Economic Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n

  • State to invest $65M in projects that strengthen quality of place, attract and retain talent, and position Indiana communities for long-term economic growth<\/li>\n

    Indianapolis, Indiana (February 18, 2026) \u2013 Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today the launch of the $65 million Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative, opening a statewide call for transformative arts and culture projects.<\/p>\n

    The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is leading this initiative, in partnership with the Indiana Arts Commission, and will invest in projects that strengthen quality of place, attract and retain talent, and position Indiana communities for long-term economic growth. The application period closes April 15, 2026, and awards are anticipated to begin in July.<\/p>\n

    The Arts & Culture Initiative is part of the READI 2.0 program and invites regional development authorities and partners across Indiana\u2019s designated READI regions to submit proposals for catalytic projects that leverage the arts to drive economic development and community vitality. This initiative is made possible through generous support from the Lilly Endowment Inc.<\/p>\n

    \u201cStrong communities are built on more than infrastructure \u2013 they\u2019re built on culture, creativity and opportunity,\u201d said Gov. Braun. \u201cThrough this initiative, we\u2019re empowering our regions to invest in arts and culture projects that enhance quality of life, attract talent and fuel economic momentum across Indiana.\u201d<\/p>\n

    The READI 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative is designed to:<\/p>\n