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Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream
Annual arts operating support for London organizations
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- Funding available
- $ 20,000 - $ 35,000
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Community Arts Investment Program supports London-based incorporated nonprofit and registered charitable arts organizations. It provides annual investment for artistic and administrative costs tied to ongoing yearly or seasonal activities in London, with a maximum of $35,000 or $20,000 depending on budget category.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $35,000
- Minimum funding
- $20,000
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated nonprofit arts organizations
- Registered charitable arts organizations
- Arts organizations based in London, Ontario
Who is not eligible
- Organizations based outside the City of London
- Organizations with an annual operating budget over $1,500,000
- Organizations already receiving operating funding from the City of London
- Heritage or cultural museums
- City of London employees
Eligible expenses
- Artist and production expenses
- Administration and facility operating expenses
- Programming and event expenses
- Marketing expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land purchases, building purchases, leasing, or renovations
- Major equipment purchases
- Tuition fees
- Art therapy and second-party fundraising events or projects
- Legal fees outside the organization’s general operating scope
Eligible geographic areas
- London, Ontario
Activities funded
- Ongoing yearly or seasonal arts organization activities in London
- Creation, presentation, and production of artistic work
- Artistic programming and related events
How to apply
- Step 1: Consult with LAC
- Meet with the London Arts Council before submitting.
- Book the consultation in advance.
- Step 2: Prepare the submission
- Review the program guidelines and requirements.
- Complete the online submission form with all required information.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Submit the application through the online platform only.
- Ensure the submission is complete before the deadline.
- Step 4: Receive a decision
- Wait for email notification after assessment.
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Audited financial statements for the most recent completed fiscal year
- Board-approved deficit reduction plan, if required
- Supporting budget information
Selection criteria
- Artistic impact and service quality
- Contribution to London’s arts sector and quality of life
- Contribution to the careers of artists and arts workers
- Professional standard and administrative/financial viability
- Support for priority groups and equity-deserving artists
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by independent volunteer assessors.
- Assessors make recommendations on investment decisions.
- Applicants are notified by email approximately 8 to 10 weeks after the closing date.
- Successful applicants must sign a CAIP contract.
- Recipients must complete final reporting requirements.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed through a peer assessment process.
- Successful applicants must sign a CAIP contract.
- Recipients must acknowledge LAC and City of London support in project materials and events.
- Final reporting includes an audited financial statement and reconciled budget.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream Program
What is the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream?
The Community Arts Investment Program supports London-based incorporated nonprofit and registered charitable arts organizations. It provides annual investment for artistic and administrative costs tied to ongoing yearly or seasonal activities in London, with a maximum of $35,000 or $20,000 depending on budget category.
How much funding can be received?
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream Funds up to $35,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream program?
To be eligible for the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream program, you must:
London-based arts organization
Incorporated nonprofit or registered charity
Annual operating budget below $1.5M
What expenses are eligible under Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream?
Artist and production expenses
Administration and facility operating expenses
Programming and event expenses
Marketing expenses
Where is the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream available?
The Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream?
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) - Arts Organizations Stream is funded by London Arts Council