Baker County Cultural Coalition
-BCCC mini-grants for projects, events and activities related to arts, humanities, heritage and local culture.
In recent years this has included concerts, plays, books, lectures, exhibits and art shows, public art, art-music-dance-writing programs and classes for youth and adults, cultural tour maps and brochures, festivals and public performances, celebrations based on history or ethnic traditions or community anniversaries, library programs, historic preservation or restoration, interpretive signs for heritage sites. There are many possibilities that will fall into the parameters of the Cultural Plan. An important factor is that all projects must be available to the general public.
There are two grant cycles. Grant applications must be submitted by May 15th and October 15th.
-Individuals, groups, and organizations are eligible to apply for funds through the Coalition. It does not require official "non-profit" status. -Proposals need to fall within the goals and priorities for art, humanities, and heritage identified in the Baker County Cultural Plan. -The Coalition typically funds up to $500.00 per project, but may grant higher amounts for projects that suit priority strategies of the Baker County Cultural Plan. -The Coalition will not provide continuation or additional funding to the same project in the same calendar year.
Step one: Download a grant application, instructions and worksheet:
Step two: Complete information on the form explaining how your project meets these criteria: 1. Organization or individual must be based in Baker County. 2. Project should fulfill one or more of these priorities: a. Improve cultural resources, both public and private, in Baker County. b. Preserve a cultural resource or site in Baker County. c. Enhance cultural opportunity and understanding for citizens of Baker County. d. Provide opportunities for new forms and expressions of art in Baker County. 3. Grants will be awarded on the basis of community need and positive impact on the Baker County Cultural Plan. Include information and estimate of who and how many will benefit from your project. 4. If you have any questions or want to discuss if your project meets criteria, or would like a review of your application before submitting, please contact the Board Chair or any board member for advice. Step three: after filling out your application, including complete budget information, submit by e-mail to: bccc@bakercountyor.gov, or you can e-mail or hand deliver to any board member.
There are two grant cycles. Grant applications must be submitted by May 15th and October 15th. Applications delivered or postmarked after the deadline will not be considered until the next grant cycle. Granted funds will be available 30 days after the Coalition meets to award funds.
No organization or individual will receive more than one Baker County Cultural Coalition grant in any one calendar year.
Grant funds must be expended within one year of the award. If your project is delayed, please notify the Board Chair as soon as possible to arrange an extension.
Recipients are required to file a grant report following the completion of their project. A report form is included at the bottom of the application.
Traditional BCCC Grant Report(Word Version) Traditional BCCC Grant Report(PDF Version)
