The City of Oakland is requesting applications for its Cultural Organization Assistance Grant Program.
Donor Name: City of Oakland
State: California
City: Oakland
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/31/2023
Size of the Grant: up to $35,000
Grant Duration: 2 years
Details:
The Cultural Organization Assistance program (OA) is a two-year grant opportunity that supports Oakland-based 501(c)3 non-profit arts and culture organizations. Priority funding goes to groups deeply rooted in Oakland communities with general operating support up to $35,000 for two years. Organizations must have received funding from the Cultural Funding Program for at least two of the last four years. Fiscally sponsored organizations are ineligible for this grant opportunity.
Cultural Organization Assistance grants are intended to support groups who:
- Present forms of artistic expression which enhance the understanding of and respect for Oakland’s diverse cultural traditions and heritages;
- Foster collaboration between Oakland community groups, artists and organizations;
- Encourage the creative development and artistic education of Oaklanders;
- Work to advance cultural and racial equity in Oakland; AND
- Maintain a consistent presence and benefit for Oakland Communities.
Funding Information
- The maximum grant request amount for a Cultural Organization Assistance grant is $35,000 based on current budget availability and organization’s budget size. The organization’s cash revenue should be reflected in the last completed fiscal year’s Profit and Loss Statements and Balance Sheets.
- Operating Revenue (cash only)/Eligible Request Amount
- $1 million and up $35,000
- $500,000 – $999,999: $26,000 to $30,000
- $300,000 – $499,999: $16,000 to $25,000
- $35,000 – $299,999: $5,250 to $15,000
- $0 – $34,999: $5,000
- Operating Revenue (cash only)/Eligible Request Amount
Eligible Expenses
- Artistic and administrative personnel salaries, wages, and/or fees
- Office, rehearsal or necessary rental space
- General office supplies
- Marketing, outreach and publicity expenses
- Production Expenses
Eligibility Criteria
- Organizations must be an Oakland-based arts focused 501c3 non-profit who meets the following criteria
- Cultural Funding Program Funding History: Organization must have received funding from the Cultural Funding Program for at least two of the last four years.
- Board of Directors: Applicants must have a functioning Board of Directors.
- Arts and Culture Focused:
- Demonstrates active arts/cultural programming in Oakland for no less than five years;
- Annually conduct a season of Oakland performances, classes, and/or other arts programs that serve the citizens of Oakland;
- Organization must be primary arts/culture provider as evidenced by its mission and programs
- Proof of Residency: Applicant organizations must be based in Oakland at the time of the application and maintain Oakland residency throughout the grant period. Applicants must submit proof of organization’s residency by submitting a copy of one of the following: utility bill (landline phone, PG&E, water, or cable bill), rental lease, or mortgage documentation. P.O. Box is not acceptable.
- Registered Non-Profit & Good Standing with State Agencies: Applicant must be a registered nonprofit IRS 501c3 status with a street address in Oakland. In addition, the legal name of the organization must match the name provided in the California Secretary of State website and be listed as “active.” In addition, the organization must be in good standing with the Office of the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts.
- Evidence of Insurance: Once the grant is awarded, organizations must show evidence of:
- General Commercial Liability insurance, $2M per occurrence ($1M reduction request available);
- Workers Compensation insurance, $1M per occurrence (if organization has employees);
- General Commercial Liability insurance, $2M per occurrence ($1M reduction request available);
- Auto insurance, $1M per occurrence (if applicable); and
- Abuse and Sexual Molestation Insurance, $1M per occurrence (if working with vulnerable populations, which include but are not limited to: youth under the age of 18, the unhoused community, people with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s, Dementia).
For more information, visit City of Oakland.
