Community Focused Arts Organizations Operating Funding
GrantAlberta
Annual operating funding for arts-based organizations in Alberta that foster artistic engagement and community participation through regular programming and maintain at least one full-time staff member. Supports expenses including artist fees, production, marketing, salaries, rent, utilities, and insurance for eligible arts organizations.
What you'll need
- Incorporation documents
- Approved financial statements showing positive net assets
- Board member residency documentation
- Proof of Alberta-based address
- Accounting and reporting records from any previous AFA grants
How it works
What it can fund
- Pay artist and technician fees for productions and programming
- Cover salaries and professional fees for administrative and programming staff
- Fund marketing, communications, and promotion activities
- Pay rent, utilities, insurance, and facility operations costs
- Support cultural protocols including honoraria and Elder/Knowledge Keeper fees