Engage and Sustain — Artistic Catalysts
Highlights
This program is designed for arts organizations like yours that play a key role in nurturing artistic practices and connecting with the public. By applying, you can receive up to 50% of your total annual revenues, averaged over the last three years. This funding can help you develop and promote artistic programming, build public outreach, and support various art forms and the Canadian arts sector.
Why should you apply?
- Significant financial support: Up to 50% of your annual revenues.
- Flexibility: Funds can be used for a wide range of activities, from public presentations to exhibitions and productions.
- Growth and sustainability: Enhance your organization's ability to advance artistic practice and cultural development in your community.
Qualifying for this program is straightforward if your organization meets the basic administrative, programming, and financial criteria. This is a unique opportunity to secure substantial funding that can help your organization thrive and make a lasting impact on the arts community.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Eligible Expenses:
- Developing and promoting artistic programming.
- Building public outreach.
- Supporting artistic practice, other art forms, and the Canadian arts sector.
Use of Funds:
- Funds cannot be used for activities that receive funding from another Canada Council program.
- Funds cannot be used for activities listed on the general list of ineligible activities.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with this grant program.
Qualifications
- Must be a Canadian arts organization.
- Must play a role in advancing artistic practice and cultural development in your local or regional community.
- Must offer at least 1 public presentation, exhibition, production, or program in your region annually.
- Must presently receive core support from this component OR have received 1 composite grant or 2 Canada Council project grants in the last 5 years (excluding certain components and programs).
- Must be an incorporated not-for-profit arts organization.
- Must work with a professional staff.
- Must have at least 5 years of continuous professional programming that is accessible to the public.
- Must have had total revenues exceeding $75,000 in each of the last 3 years (some exceptions may be considered).
If applying for the first time, must have had a conversation with a Program Officer to confirm eligibility.
Disqualifications:
- Organizations that receive funding from another Canada Council program for the same activities.
- Organizations that have not had a conversation with a Program Officer if applying for the first time.
- Organizations that do not meet the financial, administrative, or programming criteria listed above.
Description
This program offers your business a chance to receive up to 50% of your total annual revenues averaged over the last three years. This funding can be used to develop and promote artistic programming, build public outreach, and support artistic practices and other art forms.
You can use the money to:
- Create new art projects
- Host exhibitions or performances
- Engage with your community through art
- Enhance the overall Canadian arts sector
The funds come with no payback period, meaning you don't have to worry about repaying the money. This is a great opportunity to grow your business and make a lasting impact on your community.
Program Steps
Create an Account on the Portal: Visit the program's portal and create an account. Submit one or more profiles for validation at least 30 days before you plan to apply.
Prepare Required Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. These include:
- Financial statements for the last three years.
- Proof of incorporation as a not-for-profit arts organization.
- Details of your professional staff.
- Records of continuous professional programming accessible to the public over the past five years.
- Evidence of total revenues exceeding $75,000 in each of the last three years.
Consult with a Program Officer: If this is your first time applying, have a conversation with a Program Officer to confirm your eligibility.
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form available on the portal. Ensure all sections are completed accurately and thoroughly.
Submit the Application: Submit your completed application through the portal by the specified deadline, which is 15 January 2025.
Await Notification: After submission, await the notification of results. The program will inform you of the decision according to their deadlines and notification schedule.
Follow Up if Necessary: If additional information or clarification is required, be prepared to provide it promptly to facilitate the review process.
