The Community Arts and Culture Grants offer financial support for organizations and individuals that provide arts and culture experiences to the greater Hillsboro community.
Donor Name: City of Hillsboro
State: Oregon
City: Hillsboro
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/27/2023
Size of the Grant: $500 – $3,000
Grant Duration: 12 months
Details:
Community Arts and Culture Grants Goals
- Raise awareness and expand or support new and existing arts and cultural programs that serve Hillsboro residents
- Foster collaboration
- Provide access to arts and cultural experiences for those who are underserved, including those underserved due to age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual identity, health status, income, lack of transportation, geographic area, or other reasons to be defined in your application.
Project Grants
Project grants fund short-term or one-time projects, rather than ongoing operational expenses like staffing. They fund both new and existing projects, such as an annual event. Project grants are funded up to $3,000, depending on the project and your level of eligibility. Examples of fundable projects include, but are not limited to:
Community Programs
- Program improvements that increase access to arts and culture for underserved populations
- Performances, music, exhibitions, screenings, readings, or festivals
- Workshops, lectures, demonstrations, master classes, panel discussions, etc.
- Cultural festivals or celebrations
- Youth programming, including in-school and out-of-school opportunities
- Touring Exhibits
Technical Assistance/Capacity Building Goals
- Working with a consultant to develop a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategic plan, funding strategies, marketing plans, or other capacity-building initiatives
- Technology advancement such as: website development, systems development for ticketing, graphic design, or other organizational needs
- Training and software or hardware needed for program production
- Enhance marketing and communications
- Partnerships that support economic and community development efforts
Funding Labels
Level 1: $0 – $1500
Grant Eligibility Criteria
IRS Non-profit status is not required.
To be considered for a Level 1 project grant, an organization or individual must:
- Apply for a grant that specifically addresses the goal(s) within this document
- Provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN)
- Apply for arts and cultural events or activities in Hillsboro with a primary responsibility to serve the residents of Hillsboro
- Provide a budget summary for the proposed activity
- Provide either a roster of Board Members or confirmed project partners, with board or partner roles identified.
Level 2: $0 – $3000
Grant Eligibility Criteria
IRS Non-profit status, such as 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) is required.
To be considered for a Level 2 project grant, an organization must:
- Comply with Level 1 eligibility criteria
- Have IRS non-profit status. A letter verifying status may be requested.
Project Period
Funded activities must take place between June 1, 2023, and May 30, 2024.
For more information, visit Project Grants.
