Arts Education Program
FY2013
Arts Education Program
Program Guidelines
Organizations may apply for up to $30,000
Deadline: Monday, June 11, 2012 by 6:00PM
Applicants may submit two Arts Education Program applications per fiscal year – one for School-Based Programs and one for Community-Based Programs
Arts Education Program Description
The Arts Education Program (AEP) is designed to support organizations that provide high-quality arts activities to youth in educational settings from early childhood through high school. These programs or projects may include, but are not limited to: arts instruction, arts integration, in-school performances and/or public performances. An emphasis should be placed on providing sequential instruction, not just one-off performances, to deepen each student’s learning about the subject.
Funding is distributed in two categories: School-Based Programs and Community-Based Programs to organizations that demonstrate a significant and positive impact on student achievement.
School-Based Programs take place during the traditional school day for students, whether in classrooms or at an outside venue. Activities must directly benefit DC Public or Public Charter School students, and directly connect to curricula standards and instructional programs occurring at those schools. Evaluation criteria for School-Based Programs emphasize strong curriculum-based design.
Community-Based Programs take place outside of the traditional school day, such as at after-school, weekend or summer programs or events. Programs may be associated with schools or community-based settings; however, priority will be given to activities that engage youth multiple times throughout the year.
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving children and youth, the applicant must request funds through the Arts Education Program;
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving public art installations, the applicant must request funds through the Public Art Building Communities program;
• Applicants with questions about either of these requirements are strongly encouraged to consult with a DCCAH staff member prior to applying to discuss the proper application category for the request.
AEP has a 1:1 cash matching requirement for organizations only. This is designed to assist an organization's fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other DCCAH funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAHʼs FY2012 (October 1, 2011 to September 30, 2012). Individuals are not required to match the grant award.
For more information, please email Carlyn Madden. Or call (202) 724-5613.
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Artist Fellowship Program
FY2013
Artist Fellowship Program
Program Guidelines
Fellowships are for $5,000
Deadline: Monday, June 18, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit one Artist Fellowship Program application per fiscal year
Artist Fellowship Program Description
The Artist Fellowship Program (AFP) offers a $5,000 award to individual artists who make a significant contribution to the arts and substantively impact the lives of District of Columbia residents through their artistic excellence. The AFP recognizes the impact of individual artists throughout the District of Columbia and supports the vitality that those artists bring to the community.
Although the AFP grant funds are unrestricted dollars, applicants will be required to propose at least one art-focused community engagement activity during the fiscal year that demonstrates that applicant’s connection and commitment to the residents of the District of Columbia.
In FY 2013, the AFP grant is open to all artistic disciplines. Artistic disciplines may include, but are not limited to, dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literature, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts, as well as other emerging and experimental fields and multi-disciplinary media. Established as well as emerging artist professionals are encouraged to apply.
Artist Fellowship Program has no cash matching requirement. All project funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).
Additional questions about the Artist Fellowship Program can be referred to Ebony Blanks, Associate Grant Manager, at Ebony.Blanks@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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Artist Residencies in Schools
FY2013
Artist Residency in Schools
Program Guidelines
Individuals may apply for up to $2,500
Deadline: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 by 6:00PM
Applicants may submit one Artist Residency in Schools application per fiscal year
Artist Residency in Schools Program Description
The purpose of the Artist Residency in Schools program is to support student learning in and through the arts by placing artists directly into classrooms through a school-based residency. A residency involves a teaching artist providing sequential learning workshops to elementary, middle or high school students over an extended period of time. These experiences support student learning and development in collaboration with at least one classroom teacher. Teaching artists share expertise with students and teachers by providing interactive sessions during the traditional school day at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) or District of Columbia Public Charter Schools.
Arts integration is the primary focus of the funded projects, which should center on collaborative lesson plans and/or units designed to integrate the arts within a non-arts subject such as math, history, social studies, language arts, etc. The program will also support residencies designed to introduce or enhance student knowledge and participation in a particular art form, such as dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literature, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts, only if it is supported with a curriculum.
To be eligible for funding, residencies must:
• Occur during traditional school hours in a space that is properly equipped and conveniently located for student and teacher access;
• Include a minimum of 10 sessions with at least one core classroom of students. Days and weeks do not need to be consecutive. Sessions include mandatory orientation and planning meetings, classroom workshops, culminating events, and evaluation meetings;
• Utilize effective interactive activities that directly involve students in creative processes and learning. Residencies cannot be primarily performance or demonstration-based;
• Contain a strong instructional component. The instructional component details the content of the residency – how subject matter will be taught and reinforced, the goals of the residency, hands-on activities, any problem-solving or critical thinking components, etc.;
• Provide links to Common Core Standards, including how standards will be incorporated as part of the instruction and how they relate to the project outcomes being evaluated;
• Include a sample lesson plan;
• Demonstrate teacher participation and school buy-in, including dedicated planning sessions with all teachers involved prior to the residency, as well as a letter of support from the principal. Each school must have a site coordinator – this can be a teacher, administrator or principal, but may not be a PTA personnel.
• Create a culminating event, such as a curriculum-related performance, exhibition, reading or presentation that demonstrates for other students, school personnel, parents and the community about what the students learned during the residency;
• Include an in-depth evaluation component that measures the effectiveness of the residency;
• Provide a professional development workshop led by the residency artist, in partnership with the DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative, during FY2013. In the application, please identify the target audience for the workshop – classroom teachers, other teaching artists, nonprofit providers, open to the community, etc.
Artist Residency in Schools does not have a cash matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).
Additional questions about the Artist Residency in Schools program can be referred to Carlyn Madden, Arts Education Manager, at carlyn.madden@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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City Arts Projects
FY2013
City Arts Projects
Program Guidelines
Organizations may request up to $30,000
Deadline: Friday, June 8, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit two City Arts Projects applications per fiscal year
City Arts Projects Description
The City Arts Projects (CAP) grant provides support for large-scale projects (including festivals) to promote arts and humanities activities to a diverse range of communities in the District of Columbia.
The requested activities must have a total project budget of $100,000 or more. Organizations with project budgets that are less than $100,000 are recommended to apply for funding through the Community Arts Grant (CAG).
City Arts Projects funding is distributed in two categories: City Arts Projects and Festivals. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: concerts, visual arts exhibitions, literary readings, and festivals that focus on dance, folk art, film, music, theater or other art forms.
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving children and youth, the applicant must request funds through the Arts Education Program;
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving permanent public art installations, the applicant must request funds through the Public Art Building Communities program;
• Applicants with questions about either of these requirements are strongly encouraged to consult with a DCCAH staff member prior to applying to discuss the proper application category for the request.
City Arts Projects has a 1:1 cash matching requirement, designed to assist an organization’s fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other DCCAH funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).
Additional questions about City Arts Projects can be referred to Steven Mazzola, Grant Program Manager at steven.mazzola@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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Community Arts Grant
FY2013
Community Arts Grant
Program Guidelines
Individuals and Organizations may request up to $10,000
Deadline: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 by 6:00PM
Applicants may submit one Community Arts Grant application per fiscal year
Community Impact Grant Program Description
The Community Arts Grant (CAG) provides support for small-scale projects to promote arts and humanities activities to a diverse range of communities in the District of Columbia. For DCCAH, “Community Arts” refers to artistic projects that impact District residents based on geographic location, common interests or shared identities. This grant program gives the applicant the opportunity to expand on its own definition of community.
Projects must have a total budget of less than $100,000. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to: concerts, visual arts exhibitions, literary readings, and festivals that focus on dance, folk art, film, music, theater and other art forms.
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving children and youth, the applicant must request funds through the Arts Education Program;
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving permanent public art installations, the applicant must request funds through the Public Art Building Communities program;
• Applicants with questions about either of these requirements are strongly encouraged to consult with a DCCAH staff member prior to applying to discuss the proper application category for the request.
Organizations applying to the Community Arts Grant have a 1:1 cash matching requirement. This is designed to assist an organization’s fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other DCCAH funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013). Individuals are not required to match grant funds.
Additional questions about the Community Arts Grant program can be referred to Tierra Buggs, Associate Grants Manager at Tierra.Buggs@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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Cultural Facilities Projects
FY2013
Cultural Facilities Projects
Program Guidelines
Organizations may apply for up to $100,000
Deadline: Friday, June 08, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit one Cultural Facilities application per fiscal year
Cultural Facilities Program Description
The purpose of the Cultural Facilities Projects (CFP) grant is to support nonprofit arts and cultural institutions’ abilities to create or enhance high-quality arts and humanities experiences for residents of the District of Columbia.
Funding supports three areas: planning and design, capital projects, and/or purchase of long-term fixtures and equipment. Funds may only support these focus areas, and as such, these needs should be fully addressed within each application. Examples of capital projects include theatre seating, flooring for rehearsal and stage performances, permanent light and/or sound equipment, assistive listening devices and installation of ramps for accessibility. Funding may not be spent on repairs and maintenance for existing items. Additional information on allowable and unallowable costs can be found on page 5 under “Funding Restrictions”.
DCCAH encourages applications intended to support or spur economic development initiatives, as well as those that demonstrate environmental responsibility and sustainable building practices. Applicants whose facilities are not fully accessible to individuals with disabilities are urged to learn about and work toward compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
The Cultural Facilities Projects grant has a 1:1 cash matching requirement, designed to assist an organization’s fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other DCCAH funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).
Additional questions about Cultural Facilities Projects can be referred to Steven Mazzola, Grants Program Manager at Steven.Mazzola@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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East of the River
FY2013
East of the River
Program Guidelines
Organizations may apply for up to $25,000
Deadline: Friday, June 15, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit one East of the River application per fiscal year
East of the River Program Description
The East of the River (EOR) grant provides access to high-quality arts and humanities experiences for DC residents who live east of the Anacostia River. Activities may be programs or projects that include, but are not limited to, dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literature, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts. Funding may be used to support operational and programmatic costs directly related to the East of the River activities described in the application.
Priority will be given to organizations with a principal place of business in Wards 7 or 8.
• If requested activities have a primary focus involving permanent public art installations, the applicant must request funds through the Public Art Building Communities program;
• Applicants with questions about these requirements are strongly encouraged to consult with a DCCAH staff member prior to applying to discuss the proper application category for the request.
The East of the River Program does not require matching funds. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).The program is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts to increase access for underserved communities.
Additional questions about the East of the River Program can be referred to Ebony Blanks, Associate Grants Manager at ebony.blanks@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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Grants-In-Aid
FY2013
Grants-In-Aid
Program Guidelines
Organizations may apply for up to $30,000
Deadline: Friday, June 15, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit one Grants-In-Aid application per fiscal year
Grants-In-Aid Program Description
Grants-In-Aid (GIA) is available to arts and humanities organizations whose primary function is exhibition, presentation or training in the arts and humanities. GIA offers general operating support to organizations that focus on the following areas: dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literature, media arts, music, theatre, and visual arts such that its total activities and/or services are concentrated on and devoted to the arts and humanities.
Organizations that have been eligible to receive funds from the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program are eligible to apply for FY2013 Grants-in-Aid funding.
Grants-In-Aid applicants will be reviewed by the panel in three cohorts based on organizational expenses. These cohorts are as follows:
• $349,999 and below;
• $350,000 - $999,999; and
• $1,000,000 and above.
Each applicant should indicate their cohort based on expenses from their most recent 990. Organizations undergoing a capital campaign, or other unusual budgetary experience, should contact the GIA grant program manager for assistance.
Grants-In-Aid has a 1:1 cash matching requirement, designed to assist an organization’s fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other DCCAH funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013).
Additional questions about the Grants-In-Aid Program can be referred to Steven Mazzola, Grants Program Manager at Steven.Mazzola@dc.gov or 202-724-5613
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Public Art Building Communities
FY2013
Public Art Building Communities
Program Guidelines
Individuals may apply for up to $50,000
Organizations may apply for up to $100,000
Deadline #1: Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 6:00PM
Deadline #2: Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 6:00PM
Applicants may submit two Public Art Building Communities applications per fiscal year
Public Art Building Communities Description
The Public Art Building Communities grant (PABC) is available to individual artists and organizations to create and install temporary or permanent public artwork that enhances District neighborhoods. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: sculpture, mosaics, artistic streetscape improvements, murals, paving patterns, video installations, custom benches, stained glass windows, artistic gates and railings, etc. Funding is available for all fees associated with the design, fabrication and installation of the artwork(s) including: artist fees, materials, insurance, engineering, shipping, fabrication and installation services, permits, copyright registration, and photographic documentation. Permanent projects must have a lifespan of at least five (5) years. Temporary projects have a lifespan of less than 5 years.
Applicants must distribute flyers within a three (3) block radius of the project site to notify businesses and residents of the project's presence on the upcoming ANC agenda and to invite them to attend the meeting in order to discuss the project. Be sure to emphasize that funding for the project is still pending Commission approval.
Organizations are required to have a 1:1 cash matching requirement, designed to assist an organization’s fundraising by leveraging funding from additional sources. Neither in-kind services nor other federal or local government funds may be used to satisfy the matching requirement. Funds must be spent within DCCAH’s FY 2013 (October 1, 2012 to September 30, 2013). Individual applicants are not required to match grant funds.
Additional questions about Public Art Building Communities can be referred to Keona Pearson, Public Art Project Manager, at Keona.Pearson@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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UPSTART Program
FY2013
UPSTART
Program Guidelines
Organizations may apply for up to $100,000, average FY12 grant size was $50,000
Deadline: Thursday, June 14, 2012 by 6:00 PM
Applicants may submit one UPSTART application per fiscal year
UPSTART Program Description
The UPSTART Program is the signature capacity building program of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities. UPSTART assists established arts and humanities nonprofit organizations with significant programmatic functions that face operational and infrastructure challenges and financial limitations that prevent organizational and programmatic sustainability.
UPSTART is designed to support arts organizations with intensive technical assistance through consulting and funding for core administrative systems, leadership development and operating reserves. Projects funded through UPSTART may include consulting services for information technology, communications or fundraising strategy, organizational development, executive coaching, financial management, strategic planning, and governance.
Organizations with current budgets between $100,000 and $1.5 million are eligible to apply. In addition, past recipients of UPSTART grants are eligible to reapply. A maximum of six applicants will be selected.
The UPSTART Program has the following components:
• An organizational assessment by UPSTART program consultants;
• Development and implementation of an organizational work plan with goals and milestones to be approved by DCCAH;
• Expenditure of funds based on meeting milestones and work plan objectives;
• Establishment or expansion of an operating reserve fund;
• Peer networking meetings;
• Preparation of interim and final work plan updates reports, and
• Preparation of a final report by completing forms 804 and 805
Additional questions about the UPSTART Program can be referred to Carlyn Madden, Arts Education Manager, at carlyn.madden@dc.gov or 202-724-5613.
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Art Bank
Currently there are over 2,500 artworks in the Art Bank Collection, installed in more than 150 District Government agencies. An open call is initiated each year to invite local artists to submit artwork for consideration of purchase into the collection, providing the selected artists with financial and professional benefits. A selection committee is formed to review prospective works and to make final selections of all new acquisitions. Once purchased, the artwork is documented, framed and installed in public areas of District government agencies, improving the environment in public facilities for District employees and residents alike.
The DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities (DCCAH) is seeking to purchase two and three-dimensional works of art including, but not limited to, prints, drawings, mixed media compositions, paintings, photographs, ceramics, and moveable sculptures to be included in the Art Bank Collection. We also strongly encourage submissions by video artists and other technological innovators as we look to expand the Art Bank Collection to include more diverse and dynamic forms of contemporary art. Representational, conceptual, and abstract works will be equally considered.
This year, the Art Bank application process will be done entirely online. Please follow dcarts.slideroom.com to find the Art Bank 2012 Call to Artists. In order to access the application, all applicants will first be prompted to create a SlideRoom account, at no cost. Once logged into their new account, each applicant artist will be allowed to submit up to ten labeled images to be considered for acquisition into the Art Bank. All artwork submitted must be available for purchase upon submission and must be created with archival materials. Work shall not exceed 96" in any direction or 100lbs in weight.
In addition to ten images of prospective artwork,
a completed online application will include:
• An artist statement
• A current CV or resume
• An image list of all works submitted, in the order of submission
ARTIST ELIGIBILITY:
This call is open to all artists who reside or maintain studio space in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. However, preference will be given to District residents.
Deadline for submissions is July 13, 2012 at 11:59PM.
For More Information, contact Zoma Wallace, Curator and Art Collections Manager
of DCCAH at Zoma.Wallace@dc.gov or 202.724.5613
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