Survey (optional) QuickProjects
Organizations may apply for support funds for pilot arts projects, projects essential
to the initial growth of an organization, or new programs. Funds may support a
specific project or activity, such as a performance, festival (see limitations
on Grants and Awards Overview page), a small
exhibition, or artist fees. Examples of QuickProjects expenses eligible for support
include:
Fees for an artist to work with a community to create a mural, or exhibit art
and sponsor demonstrations of artistic skill as part of an organization's new
program.
A local arts council to work with a dance company, traditional artists, or
theater for a first-time presentation and workshop.
Hosting an innovative exhibition or new program within an ongoing event or for
the significant expansion of an event.Organizations may apply for fees for professional consultant services in two areas:
Management consultancies for organizations, such as
fund-raising, technology, marketing, public relations, organizational
development, audience development, long-range planning, program development,
accessibility planning, and board or financial management.
Artistic consultancies, such as voice instruction,
lighting design, master classes, exhibition design, or conservation
studies.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the general eligibility criteria for organizations
on Grants to Organizations
Overview page.
QuickFund$ grants are not for full-scale projects eligible for funding under
other Commission programs.
Projects that are ongoing or are part of the normal season are not eligible for
QuickFund$.
Applicants may apply quarterly for available funds but may receive only one
QuickFund$ grant per fiscal year.
GRANT AMOUNTS
Requests may range from $500 to $1,000 with a 1:1 match (cash or in-kind).
In-kind contributions must be documented to demonstrate community support of
the project.
University applicants must match 1:1 with non-university or non-state cash match rather than a mix of cash and in-kind. See the Glossary for the definition of a university applicant.
Preference will be given to organizations with an annual operating budget of less than $50,000 or when multiple applications are of equal merit, applicants who have not previously received grants.
HOW TO APPLY
Your QUICKFUND$
application should be reproduced on a computer or typed in 12-point,
or neatly handwritten. Since copies will be duplicated for panel
review, please do not use staples. Download the checklist (word document) for required
materials.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Grant review panelists will use the list below as they score your proposal. So let it guide you as you write.
Artistic Merit (50 points)
Organization produces programs of high artistic merit appropriate
to its stated mission.
Artistic merit of the application is related to the vision or mission of the
organization.
Management (25 points)
Ability and plan demonstrates the applicant can accomplish the project or
activity in a quality manner.
Applicant has submitted a clear, complete, and realistic budget.
Training or Advice applicants clearly stated the purpose and need for
assistance.
Community Involvement and Access (25 points)
Appropriate and broad community involvement.
Evidence of public access to project activities.
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NARRATIVE QUESTIONS
Submit a two-page clear and concise narrative that responds
directly to the following. Number, repeat the questions, and answer in order.
Keep in mind the evaluation criteria.
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1. Briefly describe
your organization; include structure, mission statement, brief
history, programs, services, and community you serve.
2. Briefly describe what you propose to do, how you plan to accomplish it, and why your project merits funding.
3. Explain if this is a new program, a pilot arts project, or a project essential to the initial growth of your organization.
4. Describe community involvement, the anticipated community impact, and public access to project activities.
5. If appropriate, explain the relationship between your work sample or support materials and your proposed activity or project.
BUDGET
Applicants must furnish a projected budget for the entire activity at the time
of application. Clearly list itemizations for both cash expenditures and
cash income that are directly related to the cost of the project described in
your application. (Do not include in-kind contributions, see
In-kind Contributions below.)
A few budget hints:
Projected totals for both expenditures and income should balance.
Expenditure itemizations may include administrative salaries, artist fees,
outside fees and services, production costs, travel, space or facility rental,
and marketing expenses.
Income itemizations must include the grant amount
requested. Other income itemizations may include
admissions (both single ticket sales or season ticket sales),
government support (identify source), grants from other sources
(indicated if pending or received), cash contributions, memberships,
or applicant cash.
Remember, your budget will be reviewed by panelists who are not accountants but
have arts or arts management expertise. Present your budget in a clear and
understandable manner. Part of the evaluation criteria by which your
application will be judged includes submission of "a clear and realistic
budget."
IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS
In-kind contributions (if applicable) should be itemized and attached to the
budget with sources and dollar values clearly indicated. Do not include staff
salary and benefits that are part of normal day-to-day responsibilities.
Need budget help?
An optional Project Budget for Organizations -
Form 3B, In-kind Contributions-Supplement A, and a
sample budget are available. You can download them as word document by
clicking on the name of the document or contact the Commission for assistance
at least three weeks prior to the application deadline.
For postmark deadlines go to deadlines page.
Courtesy review deadlines are three weeks before the postmark deadline. When possible, apply for the deadline closest to your project. The project may not begin and expenses may not be incurred before you are notified of your award, approximately three weeks after the deadline.
Final reports must be submitted within 60 days after completion of the project, but no later than August 31, whichever comes first. More about Final Report here. Failure to submit a final report results in the applicant forfeiting the 10% final payment and will affect future funding.
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