AFA — Dance Individual Project Funding
AB, Canada
Fund supports Alberta dancers' projects with up to $18,000
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- grant_single|closingDateMarch 03, 2025
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Grant and Funding
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- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA)
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The grant provides up to $18,000 to support individual Alberta artists, arts administrators, or an ensemble of artists for a specific dance project. Eligible activities include art production, marketing, research, and training or career development.
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This grant supports various artistic activities focused on the growth and advancement of dance artists in Alberta. The eligible projects aim to aid in art production, marketing, research, and training or career development.
- Art production, including the development, creation, and production of dance works.
- Marketing programs promoting or advertising dance works and developing audiences.
- Research programs supporting the development of dance projects.
- Training and career development, including courses for dance and related performing arts disciplines.
- Workshops, master classes, retreats, and mentorship programs.
- Professional development and pre-professional courses of study in dance.
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- Applicants must be individual Alberta artists, arts administrators, or an ensemble of artists.
- The applicant must be a resident of Alberta, defined by certain criteria such as being a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected Person with an open work or study permit from inside Canada.
- Applicants must have had their primary residence in Alberta for at least one full year before applying.
- Applicants must not have any open or outstanding projects or reporting with the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA).
- All members of an ensemble, collective, or collaboration must meet the individual eligibility criteria.
- Applicants must not be incorporated under either provincial or federal legislation.
- Principal artists cannot apply for or receive funding for multiple projects simultaneously, whether as an individual or part of various ensembles, collectives, or collaborations.
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Individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria may apply for this grant. To be eligible for individual project funding, applicants must be residents of Alberta, Canada. Eligibility requirements include being a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected Person with an open work or study permit from within Canada, and having had their primary residence in Alberta for at least one full year prior to applying. The applicant must ordinarily live in Alberta for at least six months of each year, except when attending a formal program of study.Applicants must be in good standing with the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA), having no open or outstanding projects or reporting to apply. This includes ensuring all final reporting for previous grants has been approved by the AFA before new applications are accepted. Ensembles, collectives, and collaborations can apply but must include all principal artists involved in the project, all of whom need to meet the individual eligibility criteria.AFA encourages applications from diverse communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, women, people with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Principal artists cannot apply and/or receive funding for multiple projects concurrently, either as individuals or as members of various ensembles, collectives, or collaborations. Applicants, including any ensembles or groups, must not be incorporated under provincial or federal legislation.
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This grant is specifically designed for individual artists and ensembles, excluding certain entities based on their legal status. The restrictions ensure that funding is accessible to the targeted group of Alberta-based artists without organizational incorporation.
- Incorporated companies under provincial or federal legislation.
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Applicants may seek funding to cover various expenses that are directly associated with the execution of their dance project.
- Contracted artist and/or technician fees.
- Commission fees.
- Production costs.
- Promotion and publicity.
- Transportation and accommodation.
- Tuition or training fees.
- Royalties.
- Administration and contract fees.
- Basic living/subsistence expenses (housing, local transportation, food, childcare, dependent care) up to $3,000/month.
- Other expenses and supplies considered by the AFA to be reasonable and necessary.
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This grant is intended for individual Alberta artists, which implies the geographical eligibility is limited to Alberta. The grant supports artists residing within the province, promoting local arts development.
- Artists who reside in Alberta.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria that assess the impact, merit, budget appropriateness, and the applicant's ability to carry out the project.
- The impact of the project on both the applicant and the artistic genre in Alberta.
- The artistic, educational, or promotional merit of the project.
- The appropriateness of the project budget, showing commitment from all partners as applicable.
- The ability of the applicant to carry out the proposed project.
- The applicant's artistic and technical ability to carry out the proposed project.
- The level of training, experience, and expertise of the applicant.
- The applicant's performance and achievements to date.
- The applicant's personal objectives.
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Here are the steps to apply for this dance grant:
- Step 1: Registration on GATE System
- If you are a first-time applicant, request a GATE Front Office username and password by emailing registrationafa@gov.ab.ca at least five business days before the application deadline.
- Include your legal name, the funding opportunity program (Dance Individual Project Funding), and your email address in your request.
- Wait to receive your username and password by email before proceeding.
- Step 2: Application Preparation
- Draft a detailed project description outlining objectives, activities, timelines, expected results, and impact on your artistic development.
- Prepare supporting documentation like an artistic resume, resumes of all principal artists, and additional materials required based on the project type (e.g., marketing plan, visual documentation of previous work).
- Ensure all principal artists meet the Alberta residence criteria.
- For commissioned work, ensure you have a signed contract and exhibition plan.
- If applying for training, provide proof of acceptance into the course and a detailed course description.
- Step 3: Completing the Online Application Form
- Log into the GATE Front Office system using your credentials.
- Fill out the application formlets, including applicant information, project description, project expenses, and project revenue.
- Upload necessary attachments as required by your project type.
- Step 4: Submitting the Application
- Review your application for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit your completed application by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on the deadline date through the GATE system.
- If the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the submission deadline extends to the next working day.
- Step 5: After Submission
- Receive an automated notification of your submission.
- Retain confirmation for your records for future reference.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications must be received through the GATE Front Office system, and first-time applicants must request login credentials at least five business days prior to the deadline.
- The applicant is responsible for ensuring that all necessary attachments are included in their application, aligned with their project type.
- Project grant applications are assessed by an expert panel whose recommendations are reviewed by the AFA board, and decisions are final.
- Successful recipients will generally be notified between four to six months after the application deadline.
- Applicants must acknowledge the AFA for financial support in project-related publicity.
- The final report must include financial accounts of project expenses and revenues, along with specific attachments like a sample of work produced if relevant.
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Empowering Alberta's Dance Artists Through Strategic Funding
This grant offers up to $18,000 to support individual dance artists and ensembles in Alberta, focusing on projects that encompass art production, marketing, research, and training. It aims to enable artists to further their craft and contribute to Alberta's vibrant cultural landscape.
Detailed Insights into the Alberta Dance Funding Initiative
The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) grant is a pivotal resource for dance professionals in Alberta, providing critical support to artists seeking to develop unique projects that enhance their artistic journey. This grant, which can offer up to $18,000 in funding, covers a wide array of project types, including art production, marketing, research, and training, which are vital for artists aiming to innovate and expand their influence within the dance community.
Art production funding assists artists in the development, creation, and production of dance works, enabling them to focus on crafting performances that resonate with audiences and meet the artistic criteria sought after by commissioners. For artists contracted by commissioners to create specific works, this grant becomes particularly advantageous as it provides financial backing to explore new creative expressions.
In addition, marketing grants empower artists to expand their reach through well-crafted promotional initiatives that amplify the visibility of their work. By tailoring marketing strategies, artists can engage new audiences and build a devoted following, enhancing their legacy and sustaining their career growth in the competitive arts scene.
Research grants facilitate exploratory projects that contribute to the development of dance initiatives, opening pathways for innovation and experimentation in choreographic methods or thematic explorations. Through research activities, artists delve into new concepts, techniques, and ideas that could redefine the dance landscape in Alberta.
Training and career development funding is specifically tailored for artists pursuing further education or professional progression in dance and related performing arts fields. This support allows individuals to refine their skills, engage in workshops or master classes, attend professional development retreats, and expand their artistic and managerial capabilities in performing arts administration.
The grant not only caters to expenses directly involved in executing these projects—like artist fees, production costs, and promotion—but also addresses basic living subsistence such as housing and food, up to a certain limit. This comprehensive funding approach enables artists to focus entirely on the creative process and career advancement without financial distractions.
While the grant process is rigorous, involving detailed project descriptions and documentation, the potential benefits for successful applicants are significant. Recipients can transform their artistic potential into tangible works of art, contribute substantially to Alberta’s cultural fabric, and set foundations for future successes in their artistic endeavours.
Overall, the AFA grant initiative not only highlights the importance of arts and culture in Alberta but also reaffirms AFA's commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion within the arts. By nurturing a varied array of artists, this grant represents a proactive investment in the community’s artistic future, ensuring that new voices and perspectives continue to emerge and enrich the province's cultural legacy.
