NOTE: Artist Development funds for FY08 have been spent. This program will re-open for applications beginning July 1, 2008.
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The purpose of an Artist Development Grant is to provide funds to artists for artistic and professional skill development, as well as for the development of promotional or marketing materials.
Grants are intended to support activities which will enhance the career development of artists.
Grant amounts range from $250-$1000. Grant awards will generally not exceed $500. However, grants for a higher amount may be considered on a case-by-case basis for proposals in which emerging artists are requesting funds to prepare work for a new or first time significant performance or exhibition opportunity.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must be submitted ONLINE at least 60 days before an event or activity is to occur. Applicants are usually notified within 45 days of the submission date.
Activities for FY09 must take place between September 1, 2008 and August 31, 2009. Projects cannot be funded retroactively. Funds may run out before the end of the application period, so applications received earlier in the year may fare better.
Be sure to contact Sonia Rae, Community Programs Manager at (802) 828-5425 or email us prior to submitting an application to confirm availability of funds.
Individuals artists or artist groups. See General Program Guidelines.
See also the “Residency Requirements” Section of the Legal Requirements.
If you have received a grant in any other category during the FY09 Grant Year, you may not apply.
Eligible activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Attendance at colonies or artist residency programs
- Preparation for a new (first time), significant performance or exhibition opportunity
- Consultant fees for the creation and/or design of a website or brochure
- Fees paid to a professional designer, consultant, teacher, etc. for the documentation of work—such as portfolios, demonstration tapes, or photography
- Attendance at workshops, conferences, seminars, or master classes.
Examples: A musician would like to hire a professional consultant to create a promotional brochure to illustrate the work that s/he does in educational settings with students. A group of weavers would like to bring in a master teacher to work with them on a new weaving technique. A dancer would like to attend an institute on arts integration to enhance his/her capacity to work in school settings.
See General Program Guidelines plus the following:
- Activities in which the artist is receiving academic credit.
Grants require a 1:1 non-Federal cash match. See General Program Guidelines for more information.
See General Program Guidelines.
Grant recipients must first provide proof that the activity will happen before funds will be released, by providing a contract or letter of agreement with the master teacher or consultant or notice of acceptance to conference/workshop or colony.
Staff review and score applications according to the following criteria:
- The activity is achievable
- The goals are reasonable.
- The budget is reasonable.
- The activity will have a significant impact on the artist’s career development.
Incomplete Applications - Se General Program Guidelines
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be filled out and submitted online. In addition to the online submission, one copy of the printed application, and any additional support materials such conference brochures, proof of Vermont residency etc. must be mailed to the Council via regular mail and should be POSTMARKED on the same date the online application is sent.
All applications must be filled out and submitted online. Click the grants logo at the top right of this screen to log in and begin your application.
View the Artist Development Application form here. For reference only.
For more information on Arts Council Grant Programs contact:
Sonia Rae, Community Programs Manager at (802) 828-5425 or email us for more information.
See General Program Guidelines.
Application Review Process - See General Program Guidelines.