1. Grant Writing 101: Do’s and Don’ts of Grant Writing Gain insider information on how to GET THAT GRANT! Janice Lambrakos jlambrakos@arts.on.cajlambrakos@arts.on.ca www.arts.on.cawww.arts.on.ca 1-800-387-0058 x 7429 toll free in Ontario

2. A to Z of the Session Introductions Video: Michael Belmore A bit about OAC Where to start Finding grant opportunities on the OAC website What’s in a grant application? Who makes the decisions? The jury process Questions?

3. We will cover: How to decide which grant is right for you Reading the criteria Contacting a grants officer Tips for submitting a successful application Advice on budgeting and support material Some common errors

10. OAC Mandate & Who We Fund: What we do: Foster the creation and production of art for the benefit of all Ontarians. How we do it: Support professional artists and arts organizations Who we fund: The OAC is committed to funding artists from all regions of Ontario; and Aboriginal, Culturally Diverse, Francophone and New Generation artists Mandala, Alana Bartol 2012

11. Professional Artists What we mean by “artist:” You are a recognized, practicing artist You have completed basic training (formal or informal) in your field(s) You spend a significant amount of time practicing your work You seek payment for your work You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or have an application pending for permanent resident status that can be verified 11 Jay Spectre @ the Mussleman Inn

12. Types of Funding Available Project funding for : Individual artists, Collectives/groups Organizations Operating support for : Incorporated not-for-profit arts organizations Two years of programming Minimum budget of $75,000 12 Music Africa 2010

13. Where to start 13 Salt of the Earth, Carole Condé and Karl Beveridge 2008

14. How to find grant information OAC website: www.arts.on.cawww.arts.on.ca Resources: Deadline brochure Survival Guide Call or email OAC staff… but don’t leave it to the last minute! 14 Photo from the Ice Follies in North Bay, Feb. 2008.

15. What’s in a Grant Application? Applicant information + Artistic Statement Project Description Resumes or biographies of all artists involved Collective, ad hoc group, organization history Partner letter of confirmation of participation Budget Support Material Other support material 15 Every program is different…read the Program Guidelines for more info!

16. Elements in Grant Applications Artist Statement  Why? Project description  What?  When?  Where?  Who?  How?

17. Budgeting: Expenses What do you need to accomplish your project? Artists Supplies and/or equipment Production support and/or services Space or venue Travel and Accommodation Marketing and Promotion Other considerations: Research costs Supplementary budget and notes Contingency plan Revenues or expenses first? 17 No juror has ever complained about a budget being too detailed.

18. Budgeting: Revenues Earned Revenues Private Sector Public Sector In-Kind Support 18 Image from Sioux Lookout Creative Arts Circle

19. Support Material Ying-Yueh Chuang, Cross Series #3 (detail), ceramics

20. Lorraine Roy TREE HOUSE, textiles 24” x 8” x 8” 2006

28. Photo credits – with thanks Artist: Lorraine Roy Art Textiles, Dundas Photography: Janusz Wrobel

29. Who Makes the Decisions? The jury process… OAC grants are peer assessed Juries are made up of arts professionals just like you, chosen by OAC officers Jurors review your application and support material They meet and discuss all the applications in the presence of the program officer The jury will decide who gets a grant based on the criteria below and the budget of the program People on juries represent… A range of artistic disciplines Geographic diversity Cultural diversity 29 Would you like to become a juror, or recommend someone? Email your resume to jurors@arts.on.ca.

30. The Jury Process: How are Grant Decisions Made? Prepare for the jury meeting Review support material Rate the applications Decide on the grant amounts 30 Criteria: Artistic merit Impact Viability

31. The Jury Process: Results If you get the grant: Notified within 4 months Cheque included Final report For individuals–grants are taxable If you don’t get the grant: Notified within 4 months Some programs offer feedback Re-apply Don’t be discouraged 31

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