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A Resource Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 3
PARTNERS & FUNDERS OF ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS ........................................................ 4
Corporations/Small Businesses & Corporate Foundations ...................................................................... 4
Corporations/Small Businesses/Corporate Foundations in Central Indiana .................................... 4 Periodicals and Books on Corporation/Small Business/Corporate Foundations ................................ 8
Private Foundations & Grantmaking Public Charities ............................................................................ 9
Community Foundations in Central Indiana ...................................................................................... 10
Education Foundations in Central Indiana………………………………………………………………. 12
IPS Education Foundation…………………………………………………………………………………….13
Warren Arts & Eductaion Foundation…………………………………………………………………......14
Indiana Arts Commission Regional Arts Partners………………………………………………………... 15
Private Foundation Resources……………………………………………………………………………….17
Other Funding Opportunities ................................................................................................................... 18
Periodicals and Books on Private Foundations ..................................................................................... 18
Public/Government................................................................................................................................... 19
Local Public/Government ..................................................................................................................... 19 State Public/Government ..................................................................................................................... 19 Federal Public/Government ................................................................................................................. 20 Additional Public/Government Resources ......................................................................................... 21
General Fundraising and Non-Profit Management Periodicals and Books: ..................................... 23
SUCCESSFUL APPROACHES FOR ARTS FUNDING PROPOSALS ............................................... 24
Understanding the Fundraising Environment ......................................................................................... 24
Successful Approaches to Making a Proposal in the Absence of Guidelines .................................. 26
Writing the Proposal .................................................................................................................................. 27
Grant Proposal Structure .......................................................................................................................... 28
Successful Approaches to Making an Application where Guidelines Exist ...................................... 29
WEB RESOURCES ............................................................................................................................ 30
Useful Print Resources on Proposal Writing .......................................................................................... 32 GRANT PROPOSAL WORKSHEET ................................................................................................... 33
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INTRODUCTION
The Arts Council of Indianapolis and Arts for Learning developed this resource guide for teachers and educators looking for funding opportunities and resources to bring quality arts programming to students and give educators a head start in finding new funding sources. The mission of the Arts Council of Indianapolis is to build the community through the arts by developing visibility, funding, audiences, information, and partnerships. Encouraging educators to take advantage of funding opportunities for arts programs as well as linking them to arts organizations who can provide programs is one way the Arts Council works to promote, educate and create awareness for the arts and to commence meaningful partnerships with the educational community in central Indiana. Arts for Learning empowers children to achieve their creative and intellectual potential through arts in education. Arts for Learning fulfills that mission through artist performances, workshops and residencies designed to serve young people from pre-school to 12th grade, and through providing professional development opportunities to teachers and other youth providers throughout the state of Indiana. The Arts Council and Arts for Learning are pleased to present this resource guide. Thank you for your work in our communities and for seeking out opportunities to benefit central Indiana students and teachers! Please feel free to call with any questions you may have.
Dave Lawrence Joli Heavin
President & CEO Director of Development Arts Council of Indianapolis Arts for Learning 20 N. Meridian St., Ste 500 3921 N. Meridian St., Ste 210 Indianapolis, IN 46204-3040 Indianapolis, IN 46208-4011 317/ 631-3301, ext. 222 317/ 925-4043, ext. 112 317/ 624-2559 fax 317/ 925-0654 fax [email protected] [email protected] www.indyarts.org www.yaindy.org
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PARTNERS & FUNDERS OF ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS Corporations/Small Businesses & Corporate Foundations Corporations may give by means of a company-sponsored foundation (in which case they file Form 990-PF, as other private foundations do) or by means of a separate corporate giving program, or both. Corporate giving is almost always limited to programs of benefit to employees, their families, or residents of specific locations where the company conducts business. Geography plays a significant role in corporate grant making. Employee matching gift programs are increasingly common vehicles for giving. Cash donations are not the only type of corporate support. Can the project be handled as a business expense rather than a grant? Would in-kind support such as the donation of equipment, use of corporate facilities, printing, design services, or access to executive expertise help my nonprofit organization? A proposal to a corporation should emphasize how its support of your project will help it achieve its goals.
Corporations/Small Businesses/Corporate Foundations in Central Indiana This listing provides some information on entities who have served the arts community before or may be promising future investors in your programs.
OneAmerica Foundation Contact: Jim Freeman
Title: Vice President Community Affairs
Address: P.O. Box 368
Indianapolis, IN 46206-0368
Phone: 317/285-1617
Fax: 317/285-1110
Notes: Funds youth programs. Submit a brief letter including description of your organization, amount requested, purpose of the request, and other sources of funding. Attach recently audited financial statement and proof of tax-exemption. Submit request by October 1st for budgeting purposes. However, requests are reviewed on a monthly basis throughout the year.
CHASE Contact: Tina Jo Walters
Title: Vice President Indiana
Address: 1 E. Ohio Street, Floor 4
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 502-566-5865
Website: [email protected] Borders Contact: General Manager Address: 8675 River Crossing Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240 Phone: 317/816-0121 Fax: 317/816-0134 Website: www.bordersstores.com Notes: Benefit Days is a funding
program where a percentage of purchases on a certain day may be donated to your organization. Contact the general manager at the Borders nearest you. Other locations: Carmel, Castleton, and Downtown Indianapolis.
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Contact: Karen Katterhenry Title: Staff Coordinator Phone: 317/ 262-3500 Fax: 317/ 262-2152 Email: [email protected] Website: www.iccrd.com/dome Notes: Staff a concession stand at the
RCA Dome and earn money for your organization.
The Indianapolis Star Contact: Sandra McKalip Address: 307 North Pennsylvania Street
P.O. Box 145
Indianapolis, IN 46206-0145
Phone: 317/444-7343
Fax: 317/444-7222 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.indystar.com/grants Notes: The Indianapolis Star will give
funding priority to programs that assist the disadvantaged in the Indianapolis metropolitan area, including those that provide neighborhood improvement, youth development, cultural enrichment and literacy training.
Kids, Inc. Children’s Bookstores Contact: Shirley Mullin
Address: 199 North Madison Avenue
Greenwood, IN 46227
5619 North Illinois Street Indianapolis, IN 46208
Phone: 317/255-2598 or 317/882-1090
Fax: 317/882-3686 Notes: Discount program for schools.
Kroger Food Stores Contact: Foundation Administrator Address: The Kroger Company Foundation
1014 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: 513/762-4449 ext. 3 Website: www.kroger.com Notes: Kroger Foundation Grants are
made to support education and youth, feed the hungry, and assist local arts and civic organizations. Also, contact your local Kroger store for information on the Plus Card for Education Program. Schools sign up for the program. Each time a shopper uses their Kroger Plus Card, schools they have designated receive points. Points are redeemed for educational materials. Rate and then sell them for a profit. Kroger also allows schools to purchase gift certificates at a discounted rate.
Ayres Foundation Contact: John Peacock
Title: President Address: 5610 West 82nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46278-1300
Phone: 317/872-5400
Notes: Funding social services as well as arts, cultural, and educational programs in central Indiana. Attach financial data and a copy of 501(c)(3) letter.
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Macy’s Contact: Tori Oetgen Phone : 1-800-452-4440 E-mail: [email protected] Notes: The Lazarus-Macy’s Fundraising
Scrip Certificate Program allows schools and non-profits to purchase gift certificates at an 8% discount and then sell the certificates at a profit.
Macy’s Castleton Square Semi-Annual Shop for a Cause for Charities / Fundraisers Contact: Amy Crist Address: 6020 E. 82nd St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250
Phone: 317/579-4500 x3928
Notes: Contact Amy Crist for application and further information. Events held in March and October each year. This one-day shopping event was created as a way for Macy’s to support local non-profit organizations and give back to their community
Marsh Supermarkets, Inc. Contact: Marsh Community Relations
Department Address: 9800 Crosspoint Boulevard
Indianapolis, IN 46256-3350
Phone: 317/594-2100 Fax: 317/594-2705 Website: www.marsh.net Notes: Marsh focuses on the arts,
education & youth programs, community development, and hometown or neighborhood activities. For requests under $1,000, submit a one-page written request, preferably on school letterhead, at least 6 weeks in advance. State clearly what you need from Marsh (product, door prize, sponsorship, etc.). A copy of your non-profit status is required. Please include
Marsh Supermarkets, Inc. (cont’d) a contact name, address, and phone number. For requests over $1,000, submit by November and allow 6 months processing. Check out the Community Shopper and the Marsh Gift Card programs at Marsh’s website.
Meijer, Inc. Contact: Manager, Public & Consumer
Affairs Address: 2929 Walker Avenue NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Phone: 616/791-5202 (800-543-3704) Fax: 616/791-5312 Website: www.meijer.com Notes: Meijer offers fund-raising
opportunities to non-profit organizations through educational opportunities, contributions, partnerships and scholarship programs. Donation request forms should be picked up at any Meijer location at Guest Services Meijer Community Rewards helps schools raise funds. A percentage of purchase will be donated to a customer’s school of choice when they scan their Meijer Guest Card.
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Pacers Foundation Contact: Dan Gaines Title: Coordinator Address: 125 South Pennsylvania Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317/917-2864 E- Mail: [email protected] Website: www.pacersfoundation.org Notes: Dedicated to helping Indiana’s
youth in making winning life choices, Pacers Foundation Inc. supports youth serving organizations in Indiana through collaborative initiatives, grants, scholarships and donations of tickets to Pacers and Fever games. Through these outreach methods, Pacers Foundation serves to aid organizations that help youth to Be Healthy and Fit, Be Educated, Be Drug Free, Be Tolerant, Be YOUnique and Be Charitable. Please visit our website (www.pacersfoundation.org) for more information.
Regions Bank Contact: Landy Smith Address: One Indiana Square, Suite 501
Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317/221-6259 Fax: 317/221-6277
Subaru of Indiana Automotive Foundation Contact: Kathy Barrett Address: SIA Community & Media
Relations 5500 State Rd 38 East Lafayette, IN 47903
Phone: 765/449-6565 Website: www.siafoundation.org E-mail: [email protected] Target Contact: Store Team Leader Address: Any Target Store Location Website: www.target.com/community Notes: Through the Target School
Fundraising Program consumers use their Target Guest Card to shop at Target. Target donates 1% of qualifying purchases to K-12 school of the consumer’s choice. Target Arts in Education Grants bring performers to school or give students opportunities to see performances or exhibitions or participate in arts workshops. Download an application on-line or contact the Team Leader at your Target Store.
Lowe’s Contact: Lowe's Public Relations
Address: 1000 Lowe's Blvd.
Mooresville, NC 28117
Phone: 704/757-9210
Notes: Fall 2008 cycle deadline for submitting applications is October 17, 2008. The Spring 2009 cycle deadline is 5pm EST, February 13, 2009. However, if 1,500 applications are received before both application deadlines, then the application process will close. For how to apply visit: www.toolboxforeducation.com
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Periodicals and Books on Corporation/Small Business/Corporate Foundations Corporate 500: The Directory of Corporate Philanthropy. San Francisco: datarex corporation [sic]. Corporate Foundation Profiles. New York: The Foundation Center. Corporate Giving Directory. Detroit: The Taft Group. Corporate Giving Watch. The Taft Group, 835 Penobscot Building, Detroit, MI 48226. Monthly. Focus on large corporate foundations and corporate giving programs; brief news pieces on grantmakers. Several corporations are profiled in depth in each issue. Corporate Philanthropy Report. Capitol Publications, Inc., 1101 King Street, Suite 444, Alexandria, VA 22314. Monthly except for September and January. Substantive news articles on domestic and international corporate philanthropy; profiles of individual grantmakers. Directory of International Corporate Giving in America and Abroad. Detroit: The Taft Group. National Directory of Corporate Giving. New York: The Foundation Center. National Directory of Corporate Public Affairs. Washington, DC: Columbia Books, Inc.
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Private Foundations & Grantmaking Public Charities A private foundation is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization with a principal fund or endowment of its own. A private foundation derives its money from a family, an individual, or a corporation. An example of a private foundation is the Ford Foundation. By contrast, a grantmaking public charity derives its support from various members of the public. An example of a grantmaking public charity is a community foundation. Conduct research on the foundation you wish to approach. Many foundations prefer a phone call or a letter of inquiry as the first step. Others want a full proposal with all required documentation. Below is a list of some foundations and their procedures to help you get started. Remember that it is in the end more beneficial to send appropriate requests to fewer foundations than to send a shower of appeals in the hopes that one may land in the right place. While you may not receive an approval on the first attempt, if the appeal has been well thought out and is within the guidelines of the foundation, the impression left is a positive one and the next time you try, you may be more successful. Private Foundations National PTA, Mary Lou Anderson Reflections Arts Enhancement Grant Contact: Traci Slater-Rigaud Title: Arts in Education Program
Coordinator Address: 330 N. Wabash Ave., Ste.2100 Phone: 312/670-6782 Fax: 312/670-6783 Website: www.pta.org/parentinvolvement/ familyfun/mla.asp E-mail: [email protected] Notes: Matching grants of up to $1,000
are awarded yearly to PTA’s for student-centered arts education programs. Visit the website to download a 2004 application. Application submission deadline is May 1st.
The Penrod Society Contact: Jeffrey Kirk II Title: Vice President of Allocations Website: www.penrod.org E-mail: [email protected] Notes: Funds cultural and educational
programs. Deadline is in the fall. Visit the website to download forms and information.
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Community Foundations in Central Indiana The following list includes community foundations that offer grant programs in central Indiana. Only approach the community foundation that serves your county as they can only fund programs in that county. Blue River Foundation, Inc. Contact: Lynne Ensminger Title: Program Administrator Address: P.O. Box 808
Shelbyville, IN 46176-0808 Phone: 317/392/7955 Fax: 317/392-4545 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.blueriverfoundation.com Notes: Funds programs in Shelby
County. Call to request application and guidelines. Three grant cycles per year.
Community Foundation of Boone County Contact: Barb Schroeder Title: Program Director Address: P.O. Box 92
Zionsville, IN 46077 Phone: 317/873-0210 Fax: 317/873-0219 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.bccn.boone.in.us/cf/ Notes: Call to obtain guidelines specific
to schools or visit the website. Community Foundation of Howard County Contact: Kim Abney Title: Program Administrator Address: 202 North Main Street
Kokomo, IN 46901 Phone: 765/454-7298 Fax: 765/868-4123 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.cfhoward.org
Community Foundation of Morgan County Contact: Tom Zoss Title: Executive Director Address: 250 N Monroe Street
Mooresville, IN 46158-1552 Phone: 317/831-1232 Fax: 317/831-2854 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.cfmconline.org Decatur County Community Foundation Contact: Sharon Hollowell Title: Executive Director Address: 101 E. Main Street, Suite 1
Greensburg, IN 47240 Phone: 812/662-6364 Fax: 812/662-8704 E-mail: [email protected] Hancock County Community Foundation Contact: Mary Gibble Address: 312 E. Main Street
Greenfield, IN 46140-2321 Phone: 317/462-8870, ext. 239 Fax: 317/467-3330 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.hccf.cc Notes: Call for application and guidelines. Makes quarterly grants. Proposals must be submitted by the 15th of January, May, August, or November.
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Heritage Fund of Bartholomew County Contact: Sharon Risk Stark Title: President & CEO Address: P.O. Box 1547
Columbus, IN 47201 Phone: 812/376-7772 Fax: 812/376-0051 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.heritagefundbc.org Notes: Schools must receive approval of
their proposals by school Superintendent.
Greater Lafayette Community Foundation Contact: Cheryl Ubelhor Title: Program Director Address: 1114 State Street
Lafayette, IN 47905 Phone: 765/742-9078 Fax: 765/742-2428 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.cjglaf.org Hendricks County Community Foundation Contact: Deedee Daniel Title: Executive Director Address: 5055 E Main Street, Suite A
Avon, IN 46123 Phone: 317/718-1200 Fax: 317/718-1033 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.hendrickscountycf.org Notes: Hendricks County only. Call for
application and guidelines. Johnson County Community Foundation Contact: Sonya Baker-Hallett Title: President and CEO Address: P.O. Box 217
Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317/738-2213 Fax: 317/738-9113 E-mail: [email protected] Notes: Call for application and
guidelines. Two grant cycles annually (deadlines: March 1st, and September 1st).
Legacy Fund, Inc. Contact: Elizabeth C. Tate Title: Assistant V.P. of Grants Address: 515 E. Main Street, Suite 100
Carmel, IN 46032 Phone: 317/843-2479 Fax: 317/848-5463 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.legacyfundcf.org Notes: Fund programs in Hamilton
County only. Offers grants quarterly.
Madison County Community Foundation Contact: Sally A. DeVoe Title: Executive Director Address: 33 W. 10th St., Suite 600
Anderson, IN 46016-1056 Phone: 765/644-0002 Fax: 765/644-3392 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.madisonccf.org The Indianapolis Foundation (An affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation) Contact: Joanna Nixon Title: Vice President of Grants Address: 615 North Alabama St., #119
Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317/631-6542, ext. 175 Fax: 317/684-0943 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.indyfund.org
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Education Foundations in Central Indiana
Anderson Education Foundation Contact: Cynthia Granger Title: Executive Director Address: 1229 Lincoln St.
Anderson, IN 46016 Phone: 765/640-4303 E-mail: [email protected] Beech Grove Education Foundation Contact: Amy DiStaulo Title: Executive Director Address: 5334 Hornet Avenue
Beech Grove, IN 46107 Phone: 317/788-4481 E-mail: [email protected] Brownsburg Education Foundation Contact: Christy Hoston Title: Director Address: 444 E. Tilden Drive
Brownsburg, IN 46112 Phone: 317/852-5726, X1755 Carmel Clay Education Foundation Contact: Lorri Brune Title: Executive Director Address: 5201 East 131st Street
Carmel, IN 46033 Phone: 317/844-9961 Email: [email protected] Center Grove Education Foundation Contact: Heidi Sichting Title: Executive Director Address: Center Grove Community Schools
2929 S. Morgantown Road Greenwood, IN 46143
Phone: 317/881-9326 Danville Community Education Foundation, Inc. Contact: Bill Schaffer Address: P.O. Box 469
Danville, IN 46122
Education Foundation of Martinsville Contact: Kimberly Maxwell Address: 2165 Liberty Church Road
Martinsville, IN 46151 Phone: 765/342-5511 Foundation of Monroe Co. Community Schools Contact: Tina Peterson Title: Executive Director Address: 315 North Drive
Bloomington, IN 47401 Phone: 812/330-7700 Frankfort Education Foundation, Inc. Contact: Sharon McClughen Title: Executive Director Address: 50 S. Maish Road
Frankfort, IN 46041 Phone: 765/485-2390 E-mail: [email protected] Franklin Township Education Foundation Contact: Judith Duncan Title: Executive Director Address: 6141 South Franklin Road
Indianapolis, IN 46259 Phone: 317/862-2411 Hamilton Heights Education Foundation Contact: Steve Haley Title: President Address: 94 Cedar Lane
Cicero, IN 46034 Phone: 317/877-8155 Hamilton Southeastern Schools Contact: Lisa Allen Title: Executive Director Address: 13485 Cumberland Road
Fishers, IN 46038 Email: [email protected]
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Indianapolis Public Schools Education Foundation Contact: Joe Smith Title: Executive Director Address: 120 East Walnut, Room 114
Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317/226-3706 E-mail: [email protected] Kokomo Consolidated Schools Foundation Contact: Thomas Little Title: Superintendent Address: 100 W. Lincoln Road
Kokomo, IN 46904 Phone: 765/455-8000, ext. 326 Email: [email protected]
Lawrence Township Foundation, Inc. Contact: Christie Love Title: Executive Director Address: 5626 Lawton Loop E. Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46216 Phone: 317/423-8302 Email: [email protected] Lebanon Education Foundation, Inc. Contact: Cheri Goodwin Title: Executive Director Address: 1005 hendricks Drive
Lebanon, IN 46052 Phone: 765/482-1185 Email: [email protected] Sheridan Community Schools Foundation Contact: Ed Baker Address: 24185 north Hinesley Road
Sheridan, IN 46069 Phone: 317/758-4431 Montgomery County Public Education Foundation Contact: Phil Boots Title: President Address: P.O. Box 793
Crawfordsville, IN 47933 Email: [email protected]
New Castle Community Schools Education Foundation Contact: Dr. John Newby Title: Superintendent Address: 522 Elliott Avenue
New Castle, IN 47362 E-mail: [email protected] Noblesville Schools Educational Foundation Contact: Nick Boland Address: P.O. Box 724
Noblesville, IN 46061 Phone: 317/877-6424 Email: [email protected] Perry Township Education Foundation Contact: Evelyn Myers Title: Executive Director Address: 6548 Orinoco Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46227 Phone: 317/789-2395 Email: [email protected]
Pike Township Education Foundation Contact: Elaine Raszkowski Title: Executive Director Address: 6321 La Pas Trail
Indianapolis, IN 46268 Phone: 317/387-2542 Email: [email protected] Tipton Community Schools Corporation Contact: Bob Schultz Title: Superintendent Address: 221 North Main Street
Tipton, IN 46072 Phone: 765/675-2147 Turkey Run Community Schools Corporation Contact: Dr. Thomas Rohr Title: Superintendent Address: 1497 E. St. Road 47
Marshall, IN 47859 Phone: 765/597-2245 E-mail: [email protected]
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Warren Arts & Education Foundation Contact: Mary McKinley Title: Executive Director Address: 975 North Post Road
Indianapolis, IN 46219 Phone: 317/869-4383 Email: [email protected] Washington Township Schools Foundation, Inc. Contact: Ginny Hacker Title: Executive Director Address: 8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46240 Phone: 317/205-3332 ext. 260 Email: [email protected] Wayne Township Education Foundation Contact: Lisa Baize Title: Executive Director Address: 1220 South High School Road
Indianapolis, IN 46241 Phone: 317/390-0363 Email: [email protected]
Western Boone Education Foundation Contact: Dr. Judi Hendrix Title: Superintendent Address: 1201 North State Road 75
Thorntown, IN 46071 Phone: 765/482-6333 E-mail: [email protected] Westfield Washington Education Development Foundation Contact: Jan Skinner Title: Executive Director Address: 322 West Main Street
Westfield, IN 46074 Phone: 317/867-8085 Email: [email protected] Website: www.foundation@wwws. Zionsville Education Foundation Contact: Lynn Kissel Title: Executive Director Address: 900 Mulberry St.
Zionsville, IN 46077 Phone: 317/873-2858, ext. 11500 E-mail: [email protected]
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INDIANA ARTS COMMISSION REGIONAL ARTS PARTNERS
1 South Shore Arts
John Cain, Executive Director
vacant, Dir. for Special Projects
1040 Ridge Road
Munster, IN 46321
219/836-1839
219/836-1863 (fax)
www.niaaonline.org
2 Comm. Foundation of St. Joseph Co.
Rose Meissner, President
Angela Butiste, Program Officer
205 W. Jefferson Blvd., Suite 400
P.O. Box 837
South Bend, IN 46624
574/232-0041
574/233-1906 (fax)
www.cfsjc.org
3 Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne
Jim Sparrow, Executive Director
Jan Shupert-Arick, Dir. of Reg. Services
114 E. Superior St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
260/424-0646
260/424-2783 (fax)
4 Tippecanoe Arts Federation, Inc.
vacant, Ex. Dir.
Rose Burch, Dir. of Regional Services
638 North St
Lafayette, IN 47901
765/423-2787 Ext. #4
765/491-6078 (Rose)
765/742-5724 (fax)
www.tippecanoearts.org
5 Arts Place, Inc.
Eric R. Rogers, Executive Director
Sue Burk, Regional Services Director
131 E. Walnut St.
P.O. Box 804
Portland, IN 47371
260/726-4809
260/726-2081 (fax)
www.artsland.org
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Jon Robeson, Executive Director
Sherri Wright, Regional Services Coord.
630 Wabash Avenue, Suite 103
Terre Haute, IN 47807-3220
812/235-5007
812/232-2781 (fax)
www.artsilliana.org
7 Arts Council of Indianapolis
Greg Charleston, President & CEO
Dave Lawrence, Vice President
20 North Meridian St. Suite 500
Indianapolis, IN 46204
317/631-3301
www.indyarts.org
8 Bloomington Area Arts Council, Inc.
Pamela Keech, Executive Director
Vacant, Arts Development Dir.
122 S. Walnut St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
812/334-3100
812/323-2787 (fax)
@artlives.org
www.artlives.org
9 Columbus Area Arts Council, Inc.
Warren Baumgart, Executive Director
Jeff Kuehl, Regional Services Coordinator
302 Washington St.
Columbus, IN 47201
812/376-2539
812/376-2589 (fax)
www.artsincolumbus.org
10 Arts Council of Southwestern Ind., Inc.
Mary Jane Schenk, Executive Director
318 Main Sreet, Suite 101
Evansville, IN 47708
812/492-4310
812/492-4312 (fax)
www.artswin.evansville.net
11 Jasper Community Arts Commission
Kit Miracle, Director
Jill Watson, Regional Services Coordinator
951 College Ave.
Jasper, IN 47546
812/482-3070
812/634-6997 (fax)
www.jasperarts.org
12 Arts Council of Southern Indiana
Andrea Grossman, Executive Director
Edie Luther, Program Manager
820 E. Market St.
New Albany, IN 47150
812/949-4238
812/949-6937 (fax)
www.artsunited.org
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Indiana Arts Commission
150 W. Market Street, Suite 618
Indianapolis, IN 46204
317/232-1268
317/232-5595 (fax)
www.in.gov/arts
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Private Foundation Resources The resources listed below can guide you to thousands of private foundations that can support your projects. Be sure to research each foundation prior to submitting a proposal to ensure that your project and its goals and objectives match the giving priorities of the foundation.
Indiana Grantmakers Alliance Contact: Marissa Manlove Title: President/CEO Address: 32 E. Washington St., Ste 1100 Indianapolis, IN 46204-3583 Phone: 317/630-5200 Fax: 317/630-5210 E-mail: info@indiana grant makers.org Website: www.indianagrantmakers.org Notes: Obtain the “Directory of Indiana Grantmakers” through the Indiana Grantmakers
Alliance for a full listing of foundations and other grantmakers in the region. Published every 2 years as a package with a printed directory and a DVD. You may also subscribe to an on-line subscription.
Indiana Youth Institute Address: 603 E. Washington, Suite 800 Indianapolis, IN 46204-2692 Phone: 317/396-2700 x2712 or (800) 343-7060 Fax: 317/396-2701 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.iyi.org Notes: IYI has a resource library available for research on funding opportunities and can
provide a listing of organizations offering grants by calling our help line at 1-877-iyitips. The Foundation Center Contact: Maggie Morth Title: Communications Manager Address: 79 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10003-3076 Phone: 212/620-4230 or 800/424-9836 Fax: 212/807-3677 Website: www.foundationcenter.org Notes: The Foundation Center is an independent national service organization established to
provide an authoritative source of information on foundation and corporate giving. Many national foundations do fund local programs.
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Other Funding Opportunities
Arts for Learning Run for the Arts and Other Grant Opportunities Contact: Joli Heavin, Director of Development Contact: Cassandra Thomas, Run for the Arts Coordinator Address: 3921 N. Meridian, Ste. 210 Indianapolis, IN 46208 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Phone: Joli: 317/925-4043, ext. 112 Cassandra: 317/925-4043, ext. 123 Fax: 317/925-0654 Website: www.artsforlearningindiana.org
Notes: Run for the Arts is a fundraising event, held throughout the year, that helps individual schools raise money for arts education programs. In addition, periodically Arts for Learning has matching grants available for residency programs. Contact Joli for more information and availability.
Periodicals and Books on Private Foundations The Chronicle of Philanthropy. 1255 Twenty-third Street, NW, Ste. 700, Washington, D.C. 20037. Biweekly. Covers the nonprofit sector. Focus on legislation; recent grantmaking activity; national calendar of events; job announcements. www.philanthropy.com Directory of Indiana & Kentucky Grantmakers: Indiana Grantmakers Alliance, 32 East Washington Street, Suite 1100, Indianapolis, IN 46204-3583. Listing of foundations and other grantmakers in the region. Foundation News and Commentary: Council on Foundations, Inc., 1828 L Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20036. Bimonthly. Emphasis on philanthropy at the national level as well as the concerns of grantmakers and fundraising organizations; articles on grantmaking activities; book reviews; people in the news. www.foundationnews.org The Foundation Directory and the National Guide to Funding in Arts and Culture: The Foundation Center, 79 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10003. Annually updated guide of national foundations and funding sources for arts and culture, respectively.
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Public/Government Public/government funding processes are often more lengthy or involved, however state and local funders have reputations for working closely with those seeking funding for arts education programs. Local Public/Government Arts Council of Indianapolis Contact: Dave Lawrence Title: Vice President Address: 20 N. Meridian St., Ste. 500 Indianapolis, IN 46204-3040 Phone: 317/631-3301, ext. 222 Fax: 317/624-2559 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.indyarts.org Notes: The Arts Council is a private 501(c)(3). Funds granted through the Project Grant
Program are made possible by an allocation from the City of Indianapolis and the Capital Improvement Board. Project Grants are awarded for schools, community groups, arts and cultural organizations and others in Marion County only.
State Public/Government The state’s public funding for the arts has undergone a recent transformation that brings decision-making to a more local level. The Indiana Arts Commission administers the statewide program, however applicants will be working through regional representatives who know their regions’ needs well and will work closely with applicants. Indiana Arts Commission Contact: Bobbie Garver Title: Program Officer Address: Indiana Arts Commission
150 West Market Street, #618 Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317/232-1283 Fax: 317/232-5595 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.in.gov/arts Notes: Funds programs throughout the state (mostly annual deadlines). Applicants in Boone,
Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan, and Shelby Counties should contact CICF staff, 317/634-2423 (www.cicf.org -- look under regional initiative). Applicants in Bartholomew County should contact the Columbus Area Arts Council, 812/376-2539. Applicants in Tippecanoe County should contact the Tippecanoe Arts Federation, 765/423-2787.
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Indiana Humanities Council Contact: Nancy Conner Title: Director of Grants Address: 1500 North Delaware Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 Phone: 317/638-1500 or 800/675-8897 Fax: 317/634-9503 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.indianahumanities.org Notes: Funds Indiana non-profit organizations through Humanities Initiative Grants and Historic
Preservation Education Grants. Guidelines are available on website. Federal Public/Government When applying for federal funding, keep in mind that there may be a great deal of information on federal funding programs, but much of it is confusing and contradictory. Call the agency in question before applying for government funding in order to obtain the most up-to-date information on the program. Federal funders generally prefer projects that serve as prototypes or models for others to replicate. Federal grants generally have stiff reporting requirements. Careful record keeping is a must, as an audit is always a possibility. National Endowment for the Arts Address: 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Ste. 703 Washington, DC 20506-0001 Phone: 202/682-5515 Website: www.arts.gov Notes: NEA program “Learning in the Arts” has a June 9th deadline for applications and
information. Please visit our website for guidelines and additional information. U.S. Department of Education Department: Office of the Secretary Address: U.S. Department of Education 600 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202-0110 Phone: 800/USA-LEARN Fax: 202/401-0954 Website: www.ed.gov
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Additional Public/Government Resources
Federal Register Department: Superintendent of Documents Address: U.S. Government Printing Office
Washington, DC 20402 Phone: 202/512-1800 Website: www.gpoaccess.gov/fr/index.html Notes: The “Federal Register” is a
subscription ($540 annually) that lists of all federal grant competitions. A searchable database is accessible through the website listed above. All education-specific grants listed in the “Federal Register” can also be obtained at www.ed.gov /news.html under Announcements or from www.ed.gov/offices/OCFO/gcsindex.html.
EDInfo Listserv Notes: If you have an e-mail address, you can subscribe to this free information service (two or three e-mail messages per week) from the U.S. Dept. of Education. To subscribe, 1) address an e-mail message to: [email protected] 2) write this (and nothing else) in the message: subscribe EDInfo yourfirstname yourlastname.
Indiana Department of Education, Fine Arts Division Contact: Sarah Fronczek Title: Fine Arts Consultant to the
Indiana Department of Education Address: Room 229 State House
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2798 Phone: 317/232-9103 Fax: 317/232-9121 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.doe.state.in.us
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General Arts Education Resources Arts Edge Website: artsedge.kennedy-center.org Notes: Comprehensive arts education web site. Find an alphabetical list of grant opportunities
primarily for arts education programs. The funding database can also be searched by keyword.
The Arts Deadline List Website: www.xensei.com/adl/ Notes: This is a monthly newsletter providing information about juried exhibitions and
competitions, call for entries/proposals/papers, poetry & other writing contests, jobs, internships, scholarships, residencies, fellowships, casting calls, auditions, tryouts, grants, festivals, funding, financial aid, and other opportunities for artists, art educators, and art students of all ages.
Connect for Kids Website: www.connectforkids.org Notes: Links for funding opportunities for educational programs for children. Fundsnet Website: www.fundsnetservices.com Notes: Links for general funding opportunities. E-School News Website: www.eschoolnews.org/resources/funding/ Notes: Links for news about school issues.
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General Fundraising and Non-Profit Management Periodicals and Books: Fund Raising Management. Hoke Communications, Inc. 224 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY 11530. Monthly. Focus on high profile, professional fundraising operations. How-to articles; reports on successful campaigns. A classified section and events calendar is included. Grassroots Fundraising Journal. 3781 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611. Bimonthly. Articles on alternative sources of funding, book reviews, and bibliographies. Especially targeted to smaller nonprofits. (www.grassrootsfundraising.org) New Directions for Philanthropic Fundraising. Jossey-Bass Publishers, Inc., 350 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA 94104. Quarterly. Each issue devoted to one subject of interest to fundraisers. Covers donor trends and fundraising matters. (www.josseybass.com) Nonprofit Management and Leadership. Jossey-Bass Publishers, Inc., 350 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA 94104. Quarterly. Reports on issues in nonprofit administration, fundraising trends, and board members. (www.josseybass.com) NonProfit Times. Davis Information Group, 120 Littleton Rd., Parsippany, NJ 07054. Monthly. Focus on nonprofit organization fundraising and administration. Regular columns highlight new legislation, court cases and news briefs of interest to nonprofits, and new publications. A calendar of events and job openings are included. (www.nptimes.com) Nonprofit World. The Society for Nonprofit Organizations, 5820 Canton Center Rd., Suite 165, Canton, MI 48187. Bimonthly. Focus on nonprofit administration; ask the experts; resources section. (www.snpo.org) Successful Fundraising for Arts and Cultural Organizations, by Karen Brooks Hopkins & Carolyn Stolper Friedman, Oryx Press, 1997. ISBN: 1-57356-029-4 Arts Funding 2000: Funder Perspectives on Current and Future Trends, by Loren Renz and Caron Altas (New York: Foundation Center, 1999). The Complete Guide to Getting a Grant, by Laurie Blum (New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1996). (www.wiley.com) Finding Funding; Grantwriting from Start to Finish, Including Project Management and Internet Use, 4th ed., by Charles Achilles, Ernest Brewer, and Jay Fuhriman (Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press, 2001). (www.corwinpress.com) Fundraise Painlessly: How to Earn More Funds, by Chip and Ralfie Blasius (Silverthorne, Co Sage Creek Press, 1999). Fundraising for Dummies, by John Mutz and Katherine Murray (Foester City, CA. IDG Books Worldwide, 2000). Winning Grants Step by Step, by Mim Carlson (San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2002). (www.josseybass.com)
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SUCCESSFUL APPROACHES FOR ARTS FUNDING PROPOSALS Understanding the Fundraising Environment Trends in Corporate/Business Arts Giving
Fewer corporations and businesses are contributing, but those contributing are giving more money on the average
Corporate giving in Indiana lags behind national per capita averages
Shift from program underwriting to marketing-centered sponsorships & promotional tie-ins
Increase in non-cash giving (in-kind)
Increased interest in technology-based giving
Majority indicate that children and youth and/or education in general are top corporate priorities
Corporate mergers, buyouts, and acquisitions are making local corporate support dollars more difficult to obtain
Trends in Foundation Giving
4/5 Foundations make arts grants
Private giving to arts & culture has increased steadily in the 1990’s
Foundation grants in Indiana are 16% below the national average of $48 per capita Trends in Public/Government Giving
Public funding of the arts totals about 5% of total arts funding annually
Federal + state + local government funds make up 4.8% of Indy arts revenues, compared to 18.28% in comparable cities
Indiana ranks 38th in the nation in state and federal appropriations for the arts
Local government arts funding in Indianapolis for 2000 was $1.5 million
Across the country, local government support for the arts increased by 3.5 percent last year
The average amount of local government arts funding in the US in 1998 was $4.48 million General Trends
Funding for specific projects rather than for general operating support
Shifting giving priorities--arts as a tool for education, community development, tourism & economic development
Outcome- or results-focused funding—an emphasis on what is achieved versus what activities occur
Asset versus deficit-based funding—using a developmental, capacity-building approach, one that sees a grant as an investment that expects a return on that investment
Targeting of technical assistance or board development issues
Emphasis on fiscal health of applicant organizations
Drive for efficiency--larger grants, fewer grants, reduction of requests funders have to deal w/annually
Emphasis on collaborative approaches to program delivery
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Who Funders Fund Funders typically give to nonprofit organizations that qualify for public charity status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. These are organizations whose purposes are charitable, educational, scientific, religious, literary, or cultural. Their income cannot benefit private individuals, and their influence on legislation or political campaigns is restricted. Public schools, libraries, and other government organizations also qualify as public charities, although they usually have not applied for 501(c)(3) status. Under federal law, foundations are permitted to make grants to individuals and organizations that do not qualify for public charity status if the foundations follow a set of very specific rules outlining their expenditure responsibility. The rules for expenditure responsibility require the foundations to file a number of reports certifying that the funds were spent solely for the charitable purposes spelled out in the grant. There is no master list of organizations willing to act as funders—you will need to investigate those with values which are similar to your own organization’s values. From the Funder’s Perspective Funding officials will first ascertain that the purpose of an organization or project matches the funder's interests. Funders will work to achieve specific goals or outcomes. A proposal must demonstrate that this organization’s project is the most effective vehicle to meet the funder’s goals. They may seek evidence that an organization is well known in its community and that it addresses an existing need. A history of funding by other sources, whether governmental or private, also helps establish credibility. Sound fiscal management, a strong, involved board, committed volunteers, qualified staff, and a realistic budget are all very important considerations. Do funders only support well-established organizations? The answer depends on the foundation, its guidelines, and its grantmaking patterns. Like individuals, some are cautious, others are risk-takers; some conservative, others progressive. Foundations that support new organizations or projects may be identified through the Types of Support indexes in Foundation Center directories and through the search capabilities of the FC Search CD-ROM under "seed money." What types of support will a funder give? Although many funders will consider general support, most want to fund specific projects or activities. There is no point in approaching a funder for support for an addition to your building if the funder only funds research. One thing is certain: funders do not want grant recipients entirely dependent on them for an indefinite period of time. Most foundation support is made through grants. Corporate and business support can take many different forms.
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Types of Grants
Start-up Grant
Operating Support— Operating support is defined as continuing support to the same recipient for the same purpose, project, and type of support.
Project or Program Support
Capital Grant (construction or rehabilitation)
Endowment Gift
Challenge Grant Other Types of Funding & Support
Loaned executives or professional expertise
Volunteers
In-kind services such as printing and postage
In-kind contributions such as space rentals or goods and equipment
Special promotions such as guest cards used at retail establishments where a percentage of the proceeds will be donated to an organization
Does it help to know someone at a corporation, foundation or public agency? Personal contacts usually do help. Although knowing someone may make it easier to have your proposal considered, putting pressure on those reviewing your proposal can backfire. Demonstrating that your organization has strong leadership often will go further toward securing a grant than personal contacts. If a funder’s guidelines or descriptive directory entries state that it makes grants to pre-selected organizations and that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds, explore the possibility that someone who knows your organization well, such as a board member, may have a contact there. If not, accept the challenge of figuring out how to attract the funder’s interest. Successful Approaches to Making a Proposal in the Absence of Guidelines Once you have determined that you are sending your appeal to an interested party, make sure the form of your approach is correct. An increasing number of funders prefer brief letters of inquiry concerning the suitability of a match between your proposal and their interests before you submit a full proposal. A letter of inquiry should touch on all the elements that would eventually be part of a proposal; it should be no more than two pages long, and should indicate what the next step will be (for example, that you will follow up with a phone call within two weeks). The objective of a letter of inquiry is to get the funder to invite you to submit a proposal. A limited number of foundations and corporations supply detailed instructions on what a proposal to them should include. If they do provide guidelines, they expect them to be followed.
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Writing the Proposal Proposal writing is just one step in the process, and it is not the most important step. Far more time should be spent developing the program or project and researching and cultivating funders than on the actual preparation of a proposal. Once a funder has invited a proposal or if a proposal is required as the first step, the following steps should be taken: How to Start
Commit your ideas to paper.
Do your homework! Research potential funding sources.
Identify the problem and then pose the solution.
Thoroughly describe your program.
State the goals and objectives of your program.
Construct a timeline.
Estimate costs for staff, materials, and equipment.
Plan for an evaluation of your program.
Write job descriptions for program staff.
Proofread and double-check for errors. Ground Rules for Preparing a Proposal Packet
Keep it readable and concise. Use large, easy-to-read, dark type. Don't use fancy bindings; use paper clips and staples instead.
Number the pages. If the proposal is longer than ten pages (most should not be), provide a table of contents.
Use charts and statistics only where appropriate, since they tend to disrupt the flow of the narrative. Put footnotes on the same page, not at the end of the document.
Add a limited number of attachments, press releases, news clippings, resumes, etc. Keep appendices to a minimum.
Be realistic about your funding needs. Writing Style
Use the active rather than the passive voice.
Do not use jargon or acronyms unless absolutely necessary, and then provide explanations.
Use simple sentences; keep paragraphs short; employ headings and subheadings.
Write your proposal from the point of view of those who will benefit from it. Talk about their needs and how your program will help.
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Grant Proposal Structure 1. COVER SHEET (FACT SHEET)
Name of funding source
Project title
Project contact’s name and title
Mailing address
Office phone number
Name and address of the organization under whose auspices the work will be performed
Project duration: anticipated start date and final date of the project
Total project request (dollar amount)
Name, title and signature of person authorized to sign for the organization
Name, title and address of person to whom checks should be sent 2. ABSTRACT (EXECUTIVE SUMMARY) Begin this page with the project title as the centered heading. An abstract, 1-3 paragraphs in length and no more than one-half page, should appear following the cover page. The abstract should be concise, with a clear overview of the project, including its intended outcomes. Following the last paragraph, the total amount requested and the project duration dates should be identified. 3. APPLICANT ORGANIZATION A description of the applicant organization should address the following: a) statement of purpose, historic reference, strengths, b) structure, experience in the administration of other grant-funded projects, and c) the relationship existing between the organization and other similar organizations 4. INTRODUCTION Make the introduction a brief summary of the proposal and anticipated outcomes. This section should be no longer than one page. 5. STATEMENT OF PROBLEM/REASON FOR PROPOSAL Define the problem to be solved or the reason for the timing of this proposal. Insert studies, statistics, census data, etc. 6. OBJECTIVES This section should list the anticipated outcomes of the project. It should be brief and introduced by a statement such as “As a result of this program, the following objectives will have been attained:” followed by a listing of those results. This section should not exceed one half page. 7. PROPOSED SOLUTION This will be the longest narrative section. It should contain explicit statements clearly defining methods of the proposal. This should convince the reader that the project personnel, methods, and facilities provide the best possible conditions for the proposal. 8. STAFF All project staff should be identified, with emphasis on the project director. A brief biosketch or resume on each relevant staff person should be included. 9. FACILITIES Describe the facilities in which the program will be housed, pointing out the assets of these facilities. Note any special equipment available for your use and relate these to project needs. 10. EVALUATION Describe how you will evaluate the program. Include an outline of the techniques you will use, any testing instruments (surveys, etc) and the conditions in which the evaluation will take place. This section distinguishes your proposal from another, so spend some time on it! 11. BUDGET Submit a clear budget itemizing project/program expenses and income. The expenses should equal the income.
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Successful Approaches to Making an Application where Guidelines Exist Deadlines are serious and should be respected; otherwise you might lose out on that basis alone. Most large funders have boards that meet quarterly. Others may have monthly deadlines. Some have no deadlines at all. Being on time with your proposal (or even a day or two early) can make an important statement to the funder about your organization and its business practices. Meeting deadlines, following the guidelines, and submitting all documentation and other materials demonstrates responsibility, organization, and can instill trust in you and your organization. It is beneficial to know who your audience is. Is it a board? Is it the staff of the foundation, endowment, etc.? Additionally, be sure to get to know your program officer. Often times, a program officer acts as a “cheerleader” for your application and your organization. After all, that is the person with whom you have had the most contact and probably knows your organization the best. If appropriate and feasible, direct your questions to your program officer, ask him/her to read a draft of your application, listen to their funding priorities, inquire as to whether your project is a “fit” with their funding goals. More often than not, you will be able to discern funding priorities from the questions asked and the restrictions placed on the proposed projects and activities. If you have any questions, ASK. Keep in mind that after a proposal is submitted there is often at least a month before a decision is made. In that interim period, the funder’s staff is reading and evaluating all proposals received for that funding cycle. Also be aware that, once you are notified that you have been awarded a grant, there is usually a delay of several weeks before a check will be issued to your organization. Consider submitting your proposal six to nine months before your program is to be implemented. This allows you time to apply elsewhere if you are not successful. The same proposal should not be submitted to all funders, as many have different interests, priorities, and guidelines. Your proposal must show how your project fits a funder's pattern of giving. In certain circumstances, you may be sending the same proposal to several funders but with different cover letters. In those cases, let the funders know who else is considering your proposal. Always address your cover letter to an individual. Never start out with "Dear Sir" or "To Whom It May Concern." Do your homework! Verify the spelling of names, titles, and addresses. You can often get that information over the phone. A few funders accept proposals via fax or the Internet, but these are the exceptions. Do not fax or e-mail your proposal without first ascertaining from the funder that this is acceptable. Be sure to include all attachments requested by the funder. The most commonly requested attachments are:
a copy of your organization's 501(c)(3) letter from the IRS;
a copy of your organization's "not a private foundation" letter from the IRS;
a list of your organization's trustees and their professional affiliations;
a copy of your organization's budget and most recent audit;
a brochure describing your agency.
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WEB RESOURCES Search Engines www.altavista.com www.google.com www.yahoo.com www.alltheweb.com Internet-prospector.org Telephone and Other Directories www.555-1212.com www.switchboard.com Fundraising Organizations and Resources Council on Foundations: www.cof.org/index.htm Association of Fundraising Professionals: www.nsfre.org Council for Advancement and Support of Education: www.case.org Council for Aid to Education: www.cae.org Assn. of Professional Researchers for Advancement: www.aprahome.org Assn. Of Fund Raisers and Direct Sellers: www.afrds.org National Assn. Of Music Education: www.menc.org Other Sites: www.fundraisingcompanies.net
www.fundraising.com www.fundsnetservices.com www.schoolgrants.org www.cybergrants.com www.grantsdirect.com www.polarisgrantscentral.net
Grants Resources www.schoolgrants.org teachers.net/projects/grants Insider Stockholding Information finance.yahoo.com insidertrader.com Company Information www.hoovers.com
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Foundation Information Grants Resources Collection of Nat’l. Funders: www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants Center on Philanthropy: www.philanthropy.iupui.edu/index.htm Comprehensive Donor Guide: www.guidestar.org Foundation Center: fdncenter.org/index.html Non-profit Organizations: www.nonprofit.about.com Grants Seeking Publications: www.dc.thompson.com People Information jobsmart.org www.salary.com Property Information realestate.yahoo.com/realestate/homevalues/index.html News on the Internet www.newsdirectory.com www.ecola.com www.onlinenewspapers.com www.prnewswire.com www.businesswire.com Public Records/Government Sites officialcitysites.org www.statelocalgov.net/index.cfm www.usps.gov www.census.gov Indianapolis and Regional Sites Indianapolis and Marion County: www.ci.indianapolis.in.us/visitors.htm Indianapolis Marion County Public Library: www.imcpl.lib.in.us Indianapolis Star: www.indystar.com Purdue Libraries: thorplus.lib.purdue.edu Tippecanoe County Public Library: www.tcpl.lib.in.us West Lafayette Public Library: www.wlaf.lib.in.us Indiana State Library: www.statelib.lib.in.us Readings on Philanthropy Chronicle of Philanthropy: www.philanthropy.com Worth Magazine: www.worth.com
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Useful Print Resources on Proposal Writing Carlson, Mim. Winning Grants Step by Step: Support Centers of America's Complete Workbook for Planning, Developing, and Writing Successful Proposals. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers. Coley, Soraya M. and Cynthia Scheinberg. Proposal Writing. Newburg Park, CA: Sage Publications. Geever, Jane C. and Patricia McNeill. The Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing. New York: The Foundation Center. Hall, Mary. Getting Funded: A Complete Guide to Proposal Writing. 3rd ed. Portland, OR: Continuing Education Publications. Kiritz, Norton J. Program Planning and Proposal Writing. Expanded version. Los Angeles: The Grantsmanship Center. Miner, Lynn E. and Terry Griffith. Proposal Planning and Writing. Phoenix: Oryx Press. Levenson, Stanley. How To Get Grants and Gifts for the Public Schools. Boston: Allyn & Bacon, 2001.
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GRANT PROPOSAL WORKSHEET 1. Organization Name: ___________________________________________________________ 2. Organization Founding Date: ____________ 3. Incorporated as a non-profit, tax-exempt organization? Yes_____ No _____ If Yes, do we have copies of the documentation to attach to all grant applications? ____ If No, have we applied for incorporation status? Yes_____ No _____
If Not, what are our plans to apply? _______________________________________________ 4. Do we have a board of directors? Yes____ No____
If Yes, how many are on the board? _____ Do we have a current board of directors list to all grant applications? Yes____ No____
5. Do we have a current balanced financial statement? Yes_____ No_____ If No, what are our plans to get one done? _________________________________________ 6. Organization Mission Statement:
7. Organization Primary Activity(ies):
8. If the organization’s primary activity is not the arts, what are two key arts activities of the organization?
a.)
b.)
9. What are two specific projects that could be proposed for funding?
a.)
b.)
10. Who will benefit and what will be the community impact for each of these two projects?
a.)
b.)