Grant Categories
Phoenix Office of Arts
and Culture
Grants Program
FAQ
My organization does not
have nonprofit (501c3)status. Can I still apply for a grant?
Organizations without nonprofit status can apply using a fiscal agent. A fiscal
agent is an organization that has nonprofit status and is willing to submit
an application and serve as fiduciary agent on behalf of your organization.
An organization serving as a fiscal agent for a grant applicant can submit
its own application in the same grant category.
Can I submit more than
one grant application?
Nonprofit organizations that do not receive funding in the General
Operating Support grant category can submit one application in Community Arts
Support category and one in Arts in Education for Organizations. These organizations
may also be eligible to apply in the Capacity Building Program grant category
if they meet the eligibility requirements.
Organizations receiving General Operating Support funding can submit one additional application in either the Community Arts Support or Arts in Education for Organizations category. These organizations may also be eligible to apply in the Rental Support Program Category if they meet eligibility requirements
Schools may only apply in the Arts-in-Education for Schools category.
My organization is not
based in Phoenix. Can I still get a grant?
Yes! The organization does not need to be based in Phoenix, but the proposed
project must take place within the city of Phoenix to be eligible, and must
provide services for the direct benefit of Phoenix residents.
Does the Phoenix Office
of Arts and Culture offer any technical assistance on grant writing or grant
preparation?
The POAC presents a series of grant orientation workshops
in the community to explain the grants program, the different grant categories
and the grant review process.
Is it possible to have
Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture staff assist me with my proposal?
Staff will assist you in developing your proposal and will be happy to review
a draft of your application. Be sure to contact staff several weeks in advance
of the application deadline, though, as staff availability becomes limited
as the application deadline approaches. Contact Dwight Walth, Director of
Grant Services and Community Initiatives at 602-495-0188 or by Email
to schedule a review.
Who determines whether
my proposal is funded or not?
Grant proposals are reviewed by a panel that is comprised of artists, arts
professionals, educators and community laypersons, each representing different
points of view and various cultural orientations. The panel discusses each
proposal before assigning a ranking based on criteria specific to each grant
category. The ranking determines whether or not the application is funded
and the level of funding that it receives.
Can I be a panelist?
Yes! The POAC seeks knowledgeable, fair-minded and responsible individuals
to serve as grant review panel members. The POAC maintains a database of individuals
interested in serving on grant review panels. If you're interested in serving
as a panelist, complete a Panelist Information Form.
Are there any resources
available to help me plan and develop a grant proposal?
The POAC has several resources
on the website designed to assist applicants in identifying artists, arts
organizations, communities, space, and technical assistance opportunities.
We also have an archive of past
funded projects.
What are the reporting
requirements for grant recipients?
Within 30 days of completing your project, you will be required to submit
a Final Report. Applications from organizations and schools with overdue Final
Reports will not be accepted. Grant payments will not be released to funded
organizations and schools with overdue or incomplete Final Reports.
Is there a maximum grant
request amount/award amount?
There is no maximum grant request or award amount. All Phoenix Office of Arts
and Culture grants must be matched at least dollar for dollar by the applicant.
For example, if your project has a total budget of $20,000, you will need
to raise $10,000 to match a grant of $10,000. Matching funds do not need to
be in hand at the time of application, but your grant application needs to
provide specific information as to where the matching funds will come from.
Are there any funding restrictions?
Yes. Grant funds cannot be used for:
- Construction or Renovation of Facilities
- Feasibility Studies
- Capital Expenditures
- Reduction of Debts
- Receptions
- Lobbying Expenses
- Fundraising Projects
- Scholarship Programs
- Staff Salaries
- Membership dues or fees
When does my proposed project
need to take place to be eligible for funding?
Funded activities cannot begin prior to July 1, 2008 and must conclude no
later than June 30, 2009.
