You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
the impact of past arts education programming
how current organizational goals support the proposed
project
describe in detail the proposed project’s
implementation strategies
the identified needs of the school/community being
served
the process for student/school selection
the involvement of professional artists with the
target group of learners
if applicant is a college or university - describe
the school district’s and community’s specific level of support
for the proposed project
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
As part of the organizational objectives, please include
a plan to evaluate the proposed project’s impact on its participants.
If applicant plans to apply to the Artstour Program for
partial funding for any of the listed performers/exhibits, indicate each with
an (AT).
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page narrative
presenting the specific administrative and artistic staff who will be involved
in this project providing a cost breakdown. Also, discuss the specific sources
of cash and in-kind support for this project, indicating which income is confirmed.
program specific attachment
Fifteen/five copies of a summary of the
current year’s schedule of arts-in-education activities not to exceed
two pages. This summary should include:
title and brief description of specific activity
or activities
date(s) when the activities were conducted
school(s) served
number of students/teachers contacted per activity
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of brochures,
programs and/or samples of work which demonstrate the applicant’s current
arts education programming. A copy of the evaluation instrument used by the
applicant is required. (If applicant currently receives IAC support, include
samples that acknowledge that support.)
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
describe the organization’s artistic goals
describe the programming selection process
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page narrative
explaining any amounts listed under contractual services and other revenue.
Explain any circumstances involving a surplus or deficit and plans on resolving
a deficit if applicable. Please list names of anticipated corporate or foundation
support. If discounts are offered, please describe, i.e. seniors, children,
etc. Please identify sources of in-kind contributions.
program specific attachment
The following must be submitted:
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the current season’s events
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the proposed season’s events
Include performance location, number of performances, ticket
prices, attendance statistics, breakdown of paid performers (indicate whether
they are professionals or students), if work by an Illinois choreographer is
used indicate the name of the choreographer. Also include any outreach activities
in schools, senior facilities, etc.
Please Note: Dance companies should indicate if the events
listed are self-produced (SP), contracted (C), or sponsored (S). If discounts
are offered, please describe, i.e. older adults, children.
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or program reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
One copy of VHS videotape must be submitted.
Tape must be of performance produced within the last two years, should be at
least of ten-minutes duration and cued primarily to the work of the company
members and not guest artists. Excerpts of various pieces are preferable to
one full-length work. Tape should be within the framework of what is possible
in a live performance. Special effects, dissolves, superimpositions, etc., are
highly discouraged. Label tape with applicant’s name, title of work, date
premiered, sound credits and total length of work. Please preview tape
for sound and cueing.
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
As part of the narrative, describe the ethnic and folk arts
activities which the organizations will conduct during the grant period. Include
information regarding not only who, how, where, and when, but also why these
events will take place. Describe what is traditional in the proposed arts components
and explain their significance with the community and if relevant, to the broader
audience. Describe how traditional arts activities assist in fulfilling the
organization’s mission statement. If appropriate, describe how these activities
strengthen the understanding and preservation of the applicants and Illinois’
cultural heritage.
An organization applying for single event funding,
including festivals should indicate how the event contributes to expanded on-going
arts activities in the community. This should be demonstrated through
the involvement of artists and other individuals whose heritage reflects the
communities or ethnic groups being represented at the festival/event including
planning, design and production activities. Applications for single events should
also list specific names of artists and artistic groups who will be included
in the event.
If applicant plans to apply to the Artstour Program for
partial funding for any of the listed performers/exhibits, indicate each with
an (AT).
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page budget
breakdown describing artists’ fees*, salaries of key personnel, a breakout
of foundation support (if applicable) and a brief description of how the applicant
determined the in-kind amount. *For single event funding, including festivals,
list specific fees to be paid to each artist or artistic group.
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or program reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
In order to document artistic quality and tradionality of
arts activities, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit one of the following
categories of audio visual support materials:
NOTE: Include a one-page audiovisual documentation sheet
which includes names of artists/artistic groups, and if relevant: description
and date of performance (s), programs, and/or exhibits names and description
of musical selection and/or dances. Label all materials with applicant’s
name and return address.
One copy of VHS videotape
Tape should be of at least tenminutes duration and cued to the work which best
represents the applicant’s artistic quality. Short segments which show
the range of an applicant’s artistic programs are encouraged.
Or Cassette audiotape or Compact Disc
Tape/CD should be of a least ten-minute duration and cued to work which best
represents the applicant’s artistic quality. Label CD with track number
of each selection.
Or Slides
Maximum of nine slides, which are suitable for carousel slide projector. Label
each slide with the artist’s name and type of work. Place a red dot on
the bottom left-hand corner of the slide. Glass slides cannot be accepted.
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
An applicant requesting support for publications and distribution
should indicate the number of Illinois writers featured and describe print run,
format, per unit cost pricing, publication schedule, number of subscribers and
single copies sold noting those in Illinois, number of Illinois writers featured
and distribution process for the current year and proposed program year.
Applicant should also describe its publicity plans for the
same period.
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page budget
narrative which includes an
explanation of last fiscal year’s in-kind contributions figure (line 26A
on third page of the application download); a notation of what income is being
provided by a college or university (for college or university affiliated applicants)
as well as the expenses it covers; and a notation of what expenses and income
are for Illinois-based activities (for applicants incorporated in more than
one state).
program specific attachment
Five/one copies of one recent publication
and one copy of two other recent publications must be submitted if requesting
support for publications. Applicants, whose last year’s operating
budget was $50,000 or less, need to submit only one copy of two recent publications.
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page schedule
for the current program year and fifteen copies of a one-page schedule for the
proposed program year must be submitted if requesting support for readings
or workshops. These schedules should include names of readers,
their genre, event dates and attendance figures (actual and anticipated, paid
and complimentary).
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of promotional
materials, agendas of recent programs, and/or programs/reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
To assist applicants, the corresponding criterion is/criteria
are provided in parentheses after each standard. Please provide demographic
characteristics of the community being served and discuss how your organization
meets each of the standards of performance listed below:
governance by a non-self-perpetuating board
which reflects the needs of the organization and community it serves; (meets
Criterion II)
evidence of ongoing community cultural assessment
and planning that involves the diverse population of the community (meets
Criterion III)
general promotion and encouragement of the
public to understand excellence in the diverse art forms represented in the
region (meets Criterion I)
continuity of professional (paid or volunteer)
management and year-round operations (meets Criteria II & III)
services to a defined geographic area (meets
Criteria III & IV)
provision of at least three
of the following programs and services in a variety of arts disciplines:
regranting funds to artists and organizations
producing or presenting programs not otherwise offered
within the region (e.g., festivals, public art, exhibitions, concerts, workshops,
etc.)
providing technical assistance to artists and arts
groups
coordinating arts-in-education programs for schools
and the community
functioning as a cultural advocate in the community
fund-raising for the benefit of artists and arts
groups that provide programming in the service area
providing or managing facilities for the creation
or presentation of the arts (describe programs and services primarily under
Criteria I, III, IV and V)
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page budget
outline detailing administrative expenses, artistic fees, admissions/earned
income and corporate/ foundation and other private support.
program specific attachment
Fifteen/five copies of the organization’s
current strategic plan must be submitted. If this plan is under review, the
most recent draft may be submitted with a paragraph describing a plan for completion.
If no strategic plan exists, provide fifteen copies of a description of the
organization’s long-term objectives with timeline for completion and intended
measurement of these objectives.
Fifteen/five copies of the organization’s
proposed schedule of events and services must be submitted. Calendar should
begin with September 2004 and end August 2005.
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or programs/reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
An organization requesting support for distribution
should describe titles, format, pricing, number of works sold or rented and
distribution process for current and proposed program year;
An organization requesting support for classes
should describe its schedule for the current and proposed program year (including
names of teachers, their area of expertise, class dates and attendance figures
(actual and anticipated)
An organization requesting support for production
should describe for what portion of the production the grant request is made
An organization requesting support for radio
programming should include the number of members and describe how programming
decisions are made and its formal relationship with the community (e.g., community
advisory board, etc.)
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page cash
budget breakdown for the following specified lines on the "Summary of Total
Public Arts Programming Budget," included in the application download
Personnel—Administrative/Artistic (lines 14
and 15)
Contractual Services — Artistic (line 17)
Corporate Foundation Support (lines 4 and 5)
For college and university-affiliated applications,
a notation of what income is being provided by a college or university as
well as the expenses it covers
program specific attachment
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page schedule
for the current year and fifteen/five copies of a one-page schedule for the proposed
program
year must be submitted if requesting support for exhibition/ broadcast. These
schedules should include titles, director’s name, exhibition/broadcast
dates, and attendance or listener figures (actual and anticipated).
If applicant plans to apply to the Artstour Program for
partial funding for any of the listed performers/exhibits, indicate each with
an (AT).
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or programs/reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
One audiotape or compact disc or 1/2”
videotape of completed work or work-in-progress must be submitted if applicant
is requesting funds for production. (Promotional tapes will
not be accepted.) Tape should be at least of five minutes duration, related
to the program for which funds are being requested, demonstrate production values
and emphasize creative use of the medium. Panelists will listen or view a minimum
of five minutes of the tape and no more than ten minutes. Radio applicant’s
tape should feature work actually broadcast (with no promotional
voice over) and should be a sampler of strongest work if applicant broadcasts
diverse range of programs. Label tape and provide a one-page description of
its contents.
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
Untitled Document
multi-disciplinary program
grants
companion to the application
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
An organization applying for single event funding,
including festivals, should indicate how the event contributes to expanded on-going
arts activities in its community. This should be demonstrated through the involvement
of artists and other individuals, who reflect the communities or ethnic groups
being represented at the festival or other event, in the planning, design, and
execution of the event.
Community organizations which are not primarily involved
in arts programming must clearly indicate how professional artistic input is
used in their arts activities.
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page cash
budget breakdown of Personnel—Administrative/Artistic (line 17 on third
page of application download); and Corporate, Foundation Support (lines 4 and
5 on third page of application download).
program specific attachment
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page exhibition
schedule for the current year and fifteen/five copies of a
one-page exhibition schedule for the proposed year must be submitted for programming
involving exhibitions. Indicate artists and media involved, length of exhibition,
exhibition space and hours.
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page detailed
event schedule for current year and fifteen/five copies of
a one-page event schedule for proposed year must be submitted
for programming involving the production or presentation of events. Indicate
artists and art form involved, number of performances, performance space and
ticket prices.
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page detailed
artist roster and schedule of arts activites for most recent event and fifteen/five
copies of a one-page artists roster and schedule of arts activities for proposed
events must be submitted if requesting support for single events/festivals.
If applicant plans to apply to the Artstour Program for
partial funding for any of the listed performers/exhibits, indicate each with
an (AT).
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or programs/reviews related to the multi-disciplinary
nature of the organization and/or project must be submitted. (If applicant currently
receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge that support.)
NOTE: Audiotapes, photographs, slides and videotapes will
not be accepted.
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
describe the organization’s artistic goals
describe the programming selection process
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page narrative
explaining any amounts listed under contractual services and other revenue.
Explain any circumstances involving a surplus or deficit and plans on resolving
a deficit if applicable. Please list names of anticipated corporate or foundation
support. If discounts are offered, please describe, i.e. seniors, children,
etc. Please identify sources of in-kind contributions.
program specific attachment
The following must be submitted:
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the current season’s events
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the proposed season’s events
Include performance location, number of performances, ticket
prices, attendance statistics, including live and/or media presentations,
breakdown of paid performers. Also include any outreach
activities in schools, senior facilities, etc.
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or program reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
One copy of an audiotape or compact disc
for vocal ensembles, orchestras, chamber music, jazz ensembles, contemporary
and early music groups, concerts and wind band organizations. Opera companies
must submit one copy of VHS videotape. Tape must be of a live performance conducted
within the last two years, should be at least ten minutes in duration and cued
to the work of company members and not guest artists. Label tape with applicant’s
name, title of work, composers name and date of live recorded performance. Please
preview tape for sound and cueing.
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
As part of the narrative, provide demographic characteristics
of the organization’s community, describe the organization’s artistic
goals and programming selection process, and discuss program operations including
seating capacity and 2002–2003 attendance figures.
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page budget
narrative describing artists’ fees,
salaries of key personnel, a breakout of foundation support (if applicable)
and a brief description of how the applicant determined the in-kind amount.
Applicants may use this page to describe any other aspects of their budget they
so choose.
program specific attachment
The following must be submitted:
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the current season’s events
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page
listing of the proposed season’s events
Include artist/company/number of performances, repertoire/
description, type and number of related activities, regular ticket prices and
discounts. Indicate Illinois artists/companies with an asterisk (*)
If applicant plans to apply to the Artstour Program for
partial funding for any of the listed performers/exhibits, indicate each with
an (AT).
budget explanation
One page explaining any increase or decrease on any
budget line on the "Summary of Total Public Arts Programming Budget"
page which exceeds 20% between fiscal years
For organizations with cash income of $150,000 and
above, one copy of audited financial statements
current list of board of directors
Two copies of the current list of board of directors
support materials
Two sets of up to five samples of recent
publications, promotional materials and/or programs/reviews must be submitted.
(If applicant currently receives IAC support, include samples which acknowledge
that support.)
job description
If requesting funds for a position, two copies of
one-page job description
You are encouraged to print this section as a reference for completing the application.
It may be helpful to use the printout as a checklist for compiling your application.
original signed application cover sheet
First page in the application download. The original
application must include the authorizing official's signature in the statement
of assurances.
narrative
The application narrative will be rated against the following five Review Criteria:
(refer to the Evaluation
Criteria section for more details)
Pursuit of Excellence
Organizational Capability
Community Involvement
Serving Illinois Artists
Evidence of Community Support
Use each of the above criterion as a heading in the narrative
while addressing the program specific topics listed below. Failure to do so
will jeopardize your eligibility.
describe the organization’s artistic goals
describe the programming selection process
general operating budget
Included in the application download entitled, "Summary
of Total Public Arts Programming Budget."
project budget Detail
Only if applying for project support. Included in
the application download entitled, "Project Budget Detail."
organizational history
One-page organizational history which relates to the
program area of the applicant
Key Personnel
One-page containing paragraph descriptions of each
key personnel (paid and/or volunteer) which includes job title, workload
(e.g. full-time or part-time) and brief biography describing their training
objectives and measurement
One-page description of orgranization's or project's
objectives and intended measurement of these objectives for FY2004.
budget narrative
Fifteen/five copies of a one-page narrative
explaining any amounts listed under contractual services and other revenue.
Explain any circumstances involving a surplus or deficit and plans on resolving
a deficit if applicable. Please list names of anticipated corporate or foundation
support. If discounts are offered, please describe, i.e. seniors, children,
etc. Please identify sources of in-kind contributions.
