The Ignite Fund supports experimental and groundbreaking visual arts-based work by Chicago-area artists and artist-led collectives.

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The Ignite Fund Internship - APPLY NOW!

The Ignite Fund Intern (TIFI) is a seasonal, part-time internship that includes remote and in-person responsibilities from April 2026 – November 2026. This position is ideal for an early-career professional, who is eager to learn about arts funding and gain nonprofit experience.

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The Ignite Fund Announces 2025 Cohort of Artist Grantees

CHICAGO, IL (October 27, 2025) — The Ignite Fund, supporting experimental and groundbreaking visual arts-based work by Chicago-area artists and artist-led collectives, has announced its 2025 cohort of grantees. Six artists and four artist-led collectives are receiving a combined total of $60,000 to support the creation and implementation of new, public-facing works.

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