The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced on Nov. 28 that it and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra will co-host a grant application workshop for Individual Artist Program applicants in Region 7. Region 7 includes Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion and Shelby counties.
Eligible projects will only be considered in the areas of: dance, theatre, literature, music, and folk arts related to the traditional disciplines listed here. Artists with disabilities are encouraged to apply for projects related to these eligible disciplines.
The Region 7 workshop will be held:
December 20, 2012 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST Butler University, Lilly Hall, Rm 40
4603 Clarendon Rd., Indianapolis, IN
RSVP to: Kristina Davis-Smith (317) 232-1279 or [email protected]
The grant workshop is free. IAC staff members will be present to discuss the upcoming Individual Artist Program grant, its history, and current guidelines. Topics will include a general overview of the grant program including discussion about eligibility, how to apply, general grant writing tips, utilizing the IAC’s online grant application system, and what to expect as a grantee.
Application guidelines and the online grant application system are currently accessible on the IAC website and can be found at: www.in.gov/arts/individualartistprogram.htm. Artists should be aware that the application for IAP grants will only be available through the online grant system, and artists are encouraged to read through the guidelines completely before starting the application process.
Applicants must be 18 years of age, must be an Indiana resident for at least one year prior to the date of the application, and plan to remain in the state for the full grant period. Artists may not be enrolled in a degree-granting program. All projects must be completed between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014.
Applications must be submitted through Indiana Culture Grants Online (http://indiana.cgweb.org/) no later than February 7, 2013.
For more information on the Individual Artist Program, please contact Susan Britsch at 317-232-1281, or email [email protected].