Fiscal Sponsorship at The Luminary
Fiscal Sponsorship at The Luminary: Applications Now Open
November 7, 2026
Applications are now open for Fiscal Sponsorship at The Luminary, allowing eligible projects to access the benefits of 501(c)(3) status, without needing to create their own nonprofit.
With fiscal sponsorship, projects can apply for grants open only to nonprofits, accept tax-deductible donations, and get admin support at the level they need. The program carries forward the fiscal sponsorship work that began at Midwest Artist Project Services (MAPS), now with a new home at The Luminary.
The Luminary offers three levels of support, from projects that run their own books to projects that grow as a program of The Luminary. Every sponsored project also gets review of fundraising materials and grant applications, and joins a learning community of fiscally-sponsored peers.
Curious if you're a good fit?
Start with our short eligibility quiz.
Eligible projects will be invited to apply.
Join our free Virtual Lunch & Learn.
Monday, November 23, 12–1 PM CT, on Zoom. We'll walk through eligibility, levels of support, cost sharing, and the application process, with plenty of time for questions. RSVP here.
Or find us in person at our info booth at the Cherokee Street Print Bazaar, Saturday, December 5, 11 AM–6 PM.