Summary
Tacoma Creates is a voter-approved initiative to increase access to arts, culture, heritage, and science experiences throughout Tacoma by reducing barriers to access and expanding offerings, particularly for underserved youth. Eligible non-profit arts, culture, heritage, and science organizations may apply for funding that helps them expand equitable access to public programs, increase opportunities in neighborhoods throughout Tacoma, expand educational options for youth, and build sustainability for continued services. Contracts for funding will go to organizations that demonstrate specific support and benefits for people and communities in Tacoma.
Impact Funding is open to organizations that meet the eligibility requirements described on the
Tacoma Creates website. The eligibility requirements for Impact Funding are not as high as they are for Comprehensive Organizational Support; newer organizations and those that do not have 501(c)(3) status may be eligible in this category Organizations that apply in this category may request a minimum of $3,000, and up to $50,000 per year. Applicants in this category may propose a single program or multiple programs throughout the year. Applicants may propose general public programs (open to adults or all ages), or youth education programs, or both, and must demonstrate a commitment to Tacoma Creates’ vision for vibrant, equitable, and inclusive cultural programs. The funding request may be up to 50 percent of the total cost of the proposed programming; applicants must demonstrate at least a 1:1 match of other resources to support the work, which may include volunteer time, and donated materials and space.
Application Deadline
March 29, 2021, 11:59pm
Application Guidelines
Download the 2021-22 Tacoma Creates Impact Funding guidelines (PDF) for complete funding information, including eligibility and application review criteria.
How to Apply
Eligible organizations interested in this opportunity must submit a variety of application information
via Submittable, including:
1.
Organizational Information and Eligibility
2.
Background Data and Funding Request
3.
Narrative Question Responses
4.
Budget and Financial Information
5.
Contract Deliverables
6.
Additional Support Materials
Applications must be submitted through our online application form. Go to
tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit and select the 2021-2022 Impact Funding form.
Application Support
Visit the
How to Apply page of the Tacoma Creates website for a list of Application Workshops and other helpful information.
Questions?
Contact Tacoma Creates staff:
Lisa Jaret, Tacoma Creates Program Manager:
ljaret@cityoftacoma.org or 253-591-5161
Clarissa Gines, Tacoma Creates Coordinator:
cgines@cityoftacoma.org or 253-591-5174