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Louisville Art Grants - 2022

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Description

Art Grants - City of Louisville

Receive up to $1500

Applications due by Feb. 11, 2022. Late applications will not be accepted.

Eligibility:

  • Any individual or organization may apply. Organizations do not need to have 501(c)3 status to apply.
  • Special consideration will be given to artists and organizations based in Louisville, CO.
  • All projects must take place between March 1, 2022 and July 31, 2023.
  • Application must be received by 5:00 PM on Fri., Feb. 11, 2022. Late applications will not be considered.  

Arts Project Grants

  • Programs must primarily focus on artistic expression or arts education.
  • In-person performances or projects must take place in Louisville, Colorado.
  • Online or virtual performances or projects must be specifically targeted at Louisville residents. For projects with a limited audience size, special consideration must be given to ensure Louisville residents have access to registration spots.

Evaluation Criteria

Applications will be evaluated by the Louisville Cultural Council. If additional information is needed, LCC members may reach out to applicants via phone or email. Evaluation criteria includes, but is not limited to:

 

  • Ability to Execute: Does the application demonstrate that the applicant will be able to successfully execute the program? (Project must not have occurred before current grant year)
  • Diversity: Does the topic of the program or type of artistic expression bring increased diversity to Louisville?
  • Need for Funding: Will the project fully utilize the funding and/or the use of City venues available through this grant program? Will this grant make a significant impact?
  • Artistic discipline: When looking at projects funded through the Art Grant Program, consideration will be given to funding a variety of artistic disciplines including both visual and performing arts. This item is not scored, but may be used in determining the overall mix of programs funded.
  • Merit: Is the proposed program of high artistic quality or significance to the Louisville community?
  • Community reach: Does the project reach the Louisville community in a meaningful way: through the number of audience members, engaging new audiences, or reaching audiences that lack access to similar programs? If you are working with a school or other organization within the community, please ensure that they desire and are able to receive your project or services.

Grant Awards

Funding: Applicants may request up to $1,500 in funding.  Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate additional sources of funding for their project in addition the Louisville Cultural Council’s Art Grant Request.

Performance Space: Applicants may request one complimentary day of use of the Louisville Center for the Arts or Steinbaugh Pavilion. Dates may be reserved on a first come, first served basis once grantees have been notified of their award. To inquire about potentially available dates, please email eschmitt@louisvilleco.gov.

Details
What   Grant Opportunities, Multidisciplinary
When   02/11/2021
Where   Louisville, CO
Cost   Free
Contact   eschmitt@louisvilleco.gov
Website   https://www.louisvilleco.gov/exploring-louisville/arts-events/arts/art-grants