Interactive Fund
Highlights
This program offers a $50,000 grant to support your business in producing high-quality, original interactive digital media content and software applications. Imagine using this money for production costs, marketing, artist fees, technology, and even travel related to project development. This grant is designed to help you create projects that promote diversity in artistic expression, showcase the intersection of art and technology, and engage audiences within the B.C. arts and culture sector.
What's in it for you? No conditions or payback requirements make this grant a straightforward financial boost. Whether you're planning a VR art exhibition, an educational video game, or an augmented reality app for historical tours, this funding can bring your creative ideas to life. Plus, it prioritizes businesses owned by individuals from equity-seeking groups, such as Indigenous peoples, Black individuals, People of Colour, the Deaf and Disability community, LGBTQ2S+, and gender-diverse individuals.
Being approved for this grant can significantly elevate your business, providing the resources you need to make a meaningful impact in the arts and culture sector of British Columbia. The application process is straightforward, with continuous intakes and no complex qualifications, making it easier for you to access the funds and start your project.
Financing Details
Grant: The program offers a non-repayable grant of $50,000 to support eligible projects. This means you do not have to pay back the funds if you use them as specified under the program guidelines.
Eligible Expenses: You can use the grant for various project-related costs including:
- Production costs
- Marketing and distribution expenses
- Artist fees and salaries
- Technology and equipment costs
- Travel and accommodation for project development
Restrictions on Use of Funds: The grant must not be used for ongoing operational costs or expenses not directly related to the project. It is intended specifically for the development and execution of the project.
Fees: There are no application or processing fees associated with this grant. This makes it a cost-effective option for funding your project.
Qualifications
- Must be a company or individual based in British Columbia.
- Must be involved in digital media or software productions.
- Must be an artist or company from equity-seeking groups such as:
- Indigenous peoples
- Black individuals
- People of Colour
- Deaf and Disability community (including those living with chronic illness or who are neurodiverse)
- LGBTQ2S+ and gender-diverse individuals
- Priority is given to those outside the Greater Vancouver/Lower Mainland regions.
- Must own and control the interactive digital media content or software applications.
- Must support diversity in artistic expression.
- Must demonstrate connections between art and technology.
- Must provide opportunities for access, dissemination, and engagement with audiences within the B.C. arts and culture sector.
Description
This program offers a $50,000 grant to support the production of high-quality, original interactive digital media content and software applications. Your business can use this money for various expenses like production costs, marketing, artist fees, technology, and even travel related to project development.
The aim is to help create projects that promote diversity in artistic expression, showcase the intersection of art and technology, and engage audiences within the B.C. arts and culture sector. Imagine launching a VR art exhibition, developing an educational video game, or creating an augmented reality app for historical tours. These are just a few examples of what this grant can help you achieve.
There are no conditions or payback requirements for this grant. It's designed to support businesses owned by individuals from equity-seeking groups, such as Indigenous peoples, Black individuals, People of Colour, the Deaf and Disability community, LGBTQ2S+, and gender-diverse individuals. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your creative projects to life and make a meaningful impact in the arts and culture sector of British Columbia.
Program Steps
Sign up for a grant coaching session. Choose a coach and select a time that works for you.
Read the guidelines and resources. Familiarize yourself with the guidelines, FAQs, application checklist, and evaluation matrix.
Prepare your documentation. Gather the following documents for your application:
- A detailed project proposal
- A budget outline for your project
- Proof of ownership or management (e.g., business registration documents)
- Any relevant artistic portfolios or previous work samples
- Letters of support or collaboration (if applicable)
Ask questions. Direct any inquiries about eligibility, guidelines, or the evaluation process to the program team at Creative BC before your coaching session.
Draft your application. Start writing your application before your appointment. Bring specific questions and share your draft materials with your grant coach for feedback.
Limit your coaching session. Remember to conduct only ONE grant coaching session and communicate in English during the meeting.
