Performing Artist Grants through the CICF Artist Ambassadors 

Grants are designed to support the work of performing artists living and working in Central Indiana who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and/or a person with disabilities and to support the advancement of their artistic practices and careers. They were created by the CICF artist ambassadors in response to the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on under-appreciated artists, and are intended as a bridge for those seeking small grants to simply keep creating. Grant amounts will range from $500 to $2,000 for individuals, and $2,000 to $5,000 for artist collectives.

The purpose of the grant program is to support, enhance or advance an artists practice, productivity, skill, knowledge, creative acumen, cultural awareness, approach, project(s), connections, network, materials/supplies, marketing-promotion, artistic project-related travel, facilitation of an event, exhibit(s), participation in an event, etc. 

Self-taught or informally trained artists are encouraged to apply. 

ELIGIBILITY: 

• BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and/or performing artists with disabilities
• residents of Central Indiana (defined as the 9-county metro area)
• artists working alone or in a collaborative group in all performing arts that consider themselves to be professionals in their field
• 21 years of age or older

timeline

• Applications open: Sept. 28, 2020
• Application deadline: Nov. 6, 2020
• Grant announcements: mid-Jan. 2021
• Grant implementation deadline: April 30, 2021

SELECTION CRITERIA: 

• artistic quality and artistic merit of the work 
• commitment to pursuing a professional career 
• feasibility of the proposed project

Apply for support

Applications cannot be saved as drafts. It is recommended to prepare any written responses outside of this online form and gather all required information and documents beforehand.

About you

First Name *

Last Name *

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Mailing Address *

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Do you identify as having any of the following: *

Intellectual or developmental disability

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Visually and/or hearing impaired

Mental health condition

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Artist Biography

Please provide a brief introduction of you as an artist. (3-4 sentences)

Artist Biography - share a brief video (optional)

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Proposal Narrative

In this part of the application, you will answer multiple narrative questions about you as an artist and about the artwork you create. Please assume that the reader knows nothing about you or your work. Limit your response to 250 words or less per question.

Describe your work. What motivates and inspires you to create?

How do you define your current stage in your professional career?

How do you give back to the community? ( ex. volunteer, fundraise, donate, patronize local businesses)

What would you like to create during the award timeline (January – April 2021)?

How would funding accomplish this goal?

What is the timeline for your project?

If awarded the project grant, how will these activities bolster your career as an artist?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this grant will most likely fund activities and performances that can be done virtually. How would you connect with your audience and accomplish this goal?

What are your plans for the documentation of your project?

As an Indianapolis-based artist, what specific professional experiences, connections, and/or relationships would be helpful to push your career to the next level?

Project Budget

To the best of your ability, please describe your proposed project expenses and the estimated cost for each item.

Project expense #1

Expense amount #1

Project expense #2

Expense amount #2

Project expense #3

Expense amount #3

Project expense #4

Expense amount #4

Project expense #5

Expense amount #5

Estimated total project expense

Work Samples

Provide your resumé, two pieces of professional documentation, and up to five different work samples. Work samples should represent work created within the last year.

Resume/CV

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No longer than three pages detailing your professional experience THIS IS OPTIONAL.

Professional Documentation (two pieces)

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Two pieces that may include articles, letters of support, programs, reviews, or anything concerning your professional experience. Scanned documents are acceptable.

Work Sample #1

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Details for work sample #1

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Work Sample #2

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Details for work sample #2

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Work Sample #3

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Details for work sample #3

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Work Sample #4

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Details for work sample #4

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Work Sample #5

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Details for work sample #5

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