The Organizations Providing Professional Development Opportunities for Artists grant program is designed to help West Virginia artists gain the skills and support they need to develop thriving arts careers or arts-based businesses.
Donor Name: West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History
State: West Virginia
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/01/2022
Size of the Grant: $5,000
Grant Duration: 6 months
Details:
It provides funding to support nonprofit organizations that offer professional development and skills-building activities, including structured courses, workshops, trainings, and unique internship programs to West Virginia artists. To be eligible, activities must be open to the public.
Funding Information
- Up to 50 percent of eligible costs, not to exceed $5,000.
- The projects occur between January and June 30.
Who may apply to this program?
- 501 (c)(3) WV not-for-profit arts organizations
- 501 (c)(3) WV community organizations incorporating the arts into their mission
- In addition
- Organizations are eligible for ONE Professional Development grant award per year
- Arts Partners are NOT eligible for this grant opportunity
- In addition, all applicants must submit documentation of
- Contracted fees and services, including as applicable: artists’ and professionals’ fees, travel expenses, lodging and meals.
- Work samples and resumes of visiting artists/ instructors/teachers
- Signed contracts.
What are some examples of eligible expenses?
- Fees for visiting instructors, trainers, and artists
- Travel expenses for visiting instructors, trainers, and artists
- Overnight accommodations for visiting instructors, trainers, and artists.
What are some examples of eligible activities?
- Teaching or training artists/artisans how to:
- Improve or expand their skills or take their art in a new direction
- Run a successful small business
- Photograph their work
- Build and maintain a professional web site
- Reach global markets.
For more information, visit WVDACH.
