The Bothell Arts Commission (BAC) offers grants to individual artists and arts groups to create new works, pursue opportunities, pay for materials and more that serve the general public of Bothell.
Donor Name: Bothell Arts Commission
State: Washington
City: Bothell
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/12/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This grant program is intended to support innovative projects by artists, as well as community and arts organizations that showcase artistic and cultural diversity, community building activities through the arts, and an appreciation for the creative spirit.
Through public funding, this grant program strives to support innovative projects that increase an understanding of growing, thriving, and artistically and culturally rich community.
Funding Information
Grant awards are between $500 to $10,000.
Grant Funds may be used for:
- Artistic performances such as theatre, music, original readings or dance;
- Improved arts and cultural opportunities for artists and audiences for and from diverse communities;
- Equipment used for public benefit such as 2D art hanging devices, pedestals, and equipment to build props and portable sets;
- Educational and participatory opportunities for youth, seniors, or underrepresented communities;
- Increased access to arts and cultural events and activities by providing free or discounted tickets
Eligibility Criteria
- Individuals; such as independent artists seeking support for their art;
- Groups; such as neighborhood organizations, artistic and cultural organizations looking to add an artistic or cultural component to their activity;
- IRS not-for-profit status – 501 (c)(3) – is not required;
- You do not have to be a Bothell resident or artist to apply; however, your public event must benefit Bothell residents;
- A City of Bothell business license may be required;
- Applicants who applied for this grant in 2023 but not awarded funding
Funding Restrictions include
- Public activities occurring outside of Bothell;
- Projects devoid of public benefit for Bothell residents;
- Private events not open to Bothell residents;
- Content in opposition to a specific business, political or religious viewpoint or organization;
- Projects already presented in Bothell unless the applicant requests funds for a new or reimagined component of the project;
- Permanent Public Art Projects including murals or capital construction projects;
- Employees, Elected Officials, and Boards/ Commissions/Committees representing the City of Bothell;
- Cash awards or scholarships to individuals, or to individuals under the age of 18;
For more information, visit BAC.
