Art Theory: BVA 313 - 29/08/2019 (Applying for funds)

August 29, 2019

Art Theory: BVA 313 - 29/08/2019 (Applying for funds)

•https://rachel.we-are-low-profile.com/blog/arts-funding-grants/

Applying for grant.
What is grant funding?
-write a proposal.
-funders make a decision.

* Distribution of funds.
-A specific project.
-Usually the project cant have started yet.
-SMART Principle. (has to happen in a specific timeline)
-Proposal or application.
-Reporting & Evaluation.

Different type of funders available.
for example in the UK
- UK lottery.
- Government.
- Charities, trust and foundations.

Why funders gives fund.
- because it helps them achieve their aims and my aims.

Look into pros and cons.
Funding application:
- Large projects (Pros)
- Takes time (Cons)
- Good for $1000+ (Pros)
- Complex process (Cons)
- Seal of approval (Pros)
- Match funding (Cons)
- Public benefits (Pros)
- Partnership (Cons)
Grants Funding:
- Track Record .... Money (Pros)
- All-or-nothing (Cons)

** If we have no track records, go for umbrella funders.

What is Stakeholder:
*making them aware of their goal. Making their life easier.

Writing a project proposal:
- Artist statement
- Cover letter
- Abstract
- Introduction '- statement of Need
- Objectives
- Methods
- Future Funding

** Target for ILT funds and Creative New Zealand.

Crowdfunding
** try kick starters (for funding)
How to write funding applications?

•Keep the Application Short

•Give the Funder What they Want

•Tell the Funder Who You Are

•Describe the Problem and your Solution

•Ask for Project Funding

•Be Positive in your application

•Offer a Human Story

•Avoid Jargon

•Offer Evidence for Your Cause (How to profit the organization)

•Ask for Money

•Provide a Budget

•Check and re-check your Application!