Hartford Arts Jobs Grant Information Session Thursday, August 24, 2017 10 – 11:00 AM Supporting arts-related employment for Hartford youth at non-profit organizations based in Hartford during the 2018 calendar year. The Hartford Arts Jobs Grant program is a collaboration of the City of Hartford and the Greater Hartford Arts Council.

Welcome & Agenda Deadlines Funding & Eligibility Overview of Application & required attachments Overview of Community Impact Goals Questions

Forms are available at letsgoarts.org/jobs Guidelines Intent to Apply PowerPoint Community Impact Goals Application materials will be available once ITAs are approved

Deadlines and Timeline Intent to Apply Deadline Sept. 7, 2017 Intent to Apply Notification Sept. 14, 2017 Application Deadline Oct. 12, 2017 Award Notification Late November Project Timeframe Jan 1, 2018 – Dec 31, 2018

Who can Apply? Non-profit Organization (Must hold current 501(c)3 status) Primary physical address in the City of Hartford Must demonstrate experience and expertise working with this group Show proof of Connecticut Mandated Reporter Training if working with youth ages 16-18 Demonstrate alignment with GHAC community impact goals.

We can’t fund… Institutions of higher education or individual departments of colleges and universities; Organizations with a primary focus of school day programs for pre-K through 12th grade students that are not primarily arts based; Organizations whose primary programming focus is after school programs or summer camps that are not primarily arts based; Public broadcasting media, radio and television stations; Churches or church-affiliated organizations receiving a significant portion of their base support from a church or religious organization; Governmental institutions and agencies, e.g. public libraries, park and recreational facilities, schools, etc.

Who does funding support? 16 – 21 years olds Residents of the City of Hartford Low to moderate household income Paid at or above minimum wage ($10.10/hour) Work the equivalent of at least 19 hours per week

What kind of work? Focuses on artistic skill development Sets goals for personal growth Offers core career skills

About the Request Requests may be between $5,000 - $15,000 Matching funds are not required Grant funds may be used only to compensate youth Employment takes place between January 1 – December 31, 2018 An Intent to Apply is required Application by invitation only Funding will probably not be available again next year

Questions You Will Need to Answer What is the work? Who will supervise it? What is the compensation? How will the work address the program’s learning goals? How will you document low/moderate income? How will you measure success? How will you recruit? How will you ensure safety? What happens if you don’t receive funding?

About the Grant Grant contract required Employment roster required to document expenses Final report required Payout schedule determined by length of project Changes to employment roster must be reported immediately Interim employment roster may be required for longer projects

Required Attachments Budget Qualifications of Key Personnel Connecticut Mandated Reporting Training certificates Staff & Board List Letters Committing Collaboration (if applicable) Most recent IRS 990-tax form (plus board-approved financial statement if you file form 990-N) Copy of 501(c)(3) Letter of Determination

Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

Employee Roster

Community Impact Goals Your organization’s programs must clearly align with one or more of the Arts Council’s 5 community impact goals You will be asked to identify two core programs and show how they align with these goals You DO NOT have to demonstrate impact in all areas, but demonstrating impact in more than one area is highly recommended. Impact is judged relative to the capacity of your organization

https://letsgoarts.org/goals Community Impact Goals Increase Greater Hartford’s ability to attract and retain a skilled workforce Promote intercultural understanding Cultivate the creative talents of school-aged youth in the region Enhance the vibrancy of communities that have been historical undeserved Explore social issues of broad public concern together through the arts https://letsgoarts.org/goals

How to Submit Intent to Apply – Send to Grants@LetsGoArts.org Application – Will receive a direct link to ExaVault portal Employee Roster – Will receive a direct link to ExaVault portal

Tips for a Successful Application Include all attachments and provide all requested information Be clear and concise Submit on time Ask questions early

Questions