FY25 Performing Arts Partnership Grant Application Form

General Information

Organization Name (Please provide the official name of your organization.)

Phone Number

Eligibility Confirmation

Nonprofit Status. Is your organization a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit?

Yes

Performing Arts Focus. Confirm that your project is centered on the performing arts (theatre, dance, music, etc.).

Yes

Briefly describe your organization’s performing arts history.

Project Details

1. Project Title: What is the name of your proposed project?

2. Project Description: Provide a brief comprehensive description of your project, including its goals, format, and intended audience.

3. Partnership with Cultural Affairs: Describe how your organization plans to partner with the Cultural Affairs Department. What role will the department play in the project?

4. Venue and Location: Where will the project take place?

Please confirm that it will be in Virginia Beach.

Yes

5. Project Timeline: Provide a timeline of key project milestones.

6. Expected Outcomes and Impact: What are the anticipated outcomes of this project? How will it benefit the community? Explain how you will measure the success of the project.

Budget

1. Total Project Budget: Provide a breakdown of your total project costs (personnel, venue, materials, equipment, etc.)

2. Amount Requested: How much funding are you requesting through this grant?

Artistic Merit and Collaboration

1. Artistic Merit: Describe the artistic quality and significance of your project.

2. Collaboration Strength: How will you collaborate with artists, performers, or community groups in this project?

Accessibility and Inclusivity

1. Accessibility Plan: Describe how your project will be accessible to individuals of all abilities, including any accommodations for persons with disabilities.

2. Diversity and Inclusion: Explain how your project will engage and reflect the diversity of the Virginia Beach community.

Signed Certification of Assurances and Grant Conditions

Please download and print the Certification of Assurances and Grant Conditions document for Board President’s required signature. Attach the signed document with your email submission.

Supporting Materials

Work Samples:

Please provide 2-3 examples of past performances or productions that reflect your organization’s work(links, videos, or other documentation.)

Letters of Support:

Include any letters from any key partners or collaborators.

Grant applications accepted year-around until funds are exhausted.

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