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o CITY OF LOUISVILLE ART GRANT APPLICATION L C1ty0f Grant Cycle: March 1, 2021-July 31, 2022 Louisville Application Deadline: January 14, 2020 at 5:00 pm Cultural Council About the Art Grants The Louisville Cultural Council (LCC) is offering art grants to artists and arts organizations serving the Louisville community. The art grant program provides financial and facility support to projects which utilize the arts as their primary means of expression. In awarding these grants, the Louisville Cultural Council seeks to further their mission of engaging our diverse social, cultural, and creative community. Diversity of media and creative artistic expression is encouraged. COVID-19 Considerations In consideration of the impact of COVID-19 on local artists and arts organizations including public health limitations on the size of in -person gatherings, new grant categories and eligibility requirements have been created for 2021. Grants for performances and other public project have been altered to support socially - distanced arts opportunities for Louisville residents. Grants are also available to support the professional development and artistic enrichment of artists serving the Louisville community. Grant Categories and Eligibility All Grant Applicants • Any individual or organization may apply. Organizations do not need to have 501c(3) status to apply. • Special consideration will be given to artists and organizations based in Louisville, CO. • All projects must take place between March 1, 2021 and July 31, 2022. • The application must be received by 5pm on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Category 1: Arts Project Grants • Programs must primarily focus on artistic expression or arts education. • In -person performances or projects must take place in Louisville, Colorado. • Online or virtual performances or projects must be specifically targeted at Louisville residents. For projects with a limited audience size, special consideration must be given to ensure Louisville residents have access to registration spots. Category 2: Artist Enrichment Grants • Funding may support the artist's professional development or be utilized to purchase materials that will help with the creation of future projects. Examples may include enrolling in a class, purchasing new equipment, or investing in technology that will enable the artist to present their art in accordance with current public health guidelines. Louisville Cultural Council * 2020 Art Grant Cycle — Program/Event Application