The Tompkins County is seeking applications for the Community Celebrations grants to support local events that convey the unique culture and history of Tompkins County.
Donor Name: Tompkins County
State: New York
County: Tompkins County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/31/2023
Size of the Grant: Up to $2,500
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
Their mission is to enhance quality of life for residents, improve understanding of local culture, and foster community identity and involvement in ways that are informative, educational, and just plain fun.
Grants support a range of celebrations from small-scale and first-time events to established festivals.
Funding Information
- Award Range: up to $2,500
- Grant activity period: November 1, 2023 to October 31, 2024
Eligible Activities
- Local artists, performers, or providers of cultural programming
- Promotion and marketing
- Professional services needed to produce a successful celebration
- Educational materials
- Reusable banners or other promotional items
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit organizations designated as 501(c)3
- Municipalities within Tompkins County
- Other organizations with a fiscal sponsor that meets either of the criteria above. Note: applicants must have an adopted organizational policy on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Evaluation Criteria and Considerations
Please keep the following review criteria in mind when developing your grant application. The grant review committee will score applications based on how they respond to the following questions:
- Cultural and Historic Value
- Does the celebration help build community? Are significant historical educational elements incorporated? Is the local heritage or culture highlighted?
- Community Value
- Does the celebration demonstrate strong community support through partnerships, financial and in-kind contributions, and volunteers? Does the celebration feature people, products, and services from Tompkins County? Does the celebration use sustainable practices?
- Ability to Deliver
- Does the project team have the necessary experience to carry out the event? Does the event plan include adequate personnel, funding, and other resources? Have lessons from past events informed the current event plan? Has the applicant used technical assistance from the Tompkins Festivals Program or other sources? Is the applicant aware of the necessary permits?
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- Does the celebration promote social diversity and inclusion? Is the event accessible to all people? Does the application demonstrate efforts to attract a diverse audience?
- Clarity of Application and Budget
- Is the application complete, coherent, and compelling? Does the budget clearly state all expenses and revenues? Is it clear how the grant funds will be spent?
For more information, visit Tompkins County.
