Request for Proposals: METCO HQ Cultural Arts Grant

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Once again BASI Outside of the Box (OTB), Act. 2 has partnered with the Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) to bring culturally-oriented performing, visual, or multi-media arts events to young people and schools in every METCO district. OTB founder Ted Cutler believed that the character of great cities is strengthened by exposure to the arts for all ages and backgrounds.

Through this partnership, we are excited to offer a mini-grant funding opportunity to our school districts for $250-$2000 to support or develop a culturally-oriented school performance or event. Virtual events are encouraged!

Due to the rich history of the METCO program and its mission to celebrate diversity, integration, and shared community, this grant will support districts in the development, preparation, and presentation of a performing arts program that will highlight these ideals.

Grant summary:
All districts are encouraged to apply for a mini-grant of up to $2000.
Events can be for an individual school, multiple schools, or district-wide.
Funds are limited; awards will be dependent on the number of applications.
Partial funding may be awarded.

Events/performances must:
- Be related to celebrating diversity, cultural difference, social justice, and/or inclusion
- Entail at least one form of performing arts, i.e. music, poetry, dance, storytelling, theater, etc.
- Be open to students, parents, teachers, and faculty
- Can be during or outside of school hours
- For a list of recommended vendors, click here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LAS_2T4wt2ECJYEQMe7uTZtFnMSYtdvbwlfr1Pv_8Kw/edit?usp=sharing

Examples of grant use of funds:
- Event project management/execution
- Guest performers, speakers
- Student stipend to encourage participation
- Elaborating on an already-existing event
- Hosting a performing arts assembly
- Virtual and Zoom events are acceptable
Note: Food expenses are not permitted with this grant.

*Grants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Funds must be used prior to June 30, 2021

Email *

Name of METCO Director (or other district staff applicant) *

Contact/applicant's phone number *

District *

Tell us a detailed description of the proposed performance or cultural arts event: *

Please share an explanation of how your event celebrates diversity: *

How many students will attend this event? *

Please share an ITEMIZED budget request with the info below:

- A separate line item for EACH expense.
- A brief description next to EACH line item explaining each cost.
- For example: Consultant rate: $1,000. Musician: $750. Publicity materials: $150. TOTAL REQUEST: $1,900.

(Reminder: Grant request max is $2,000 and food costs are not eligible for funding under this grant.)

List each budget expense separately, below: *

Anything else you'd like to add about the value of the project:

Grant Requirements. If approved, I agree to the following: *

Invite METCO HQ to attend your event. (We’d love to see what you do!)

In any and all promotional materials, acknowledge the grant as "provided by METCO HQ with funding from BASI/OTB Act 2"

Submit a grant report within two weeks following your event. A form will be provided.

Submit an itemized budget report of how funds were used

Share photos of the event with METCO HQ

Provide a headcount of audience

Provide HQ with testimonials from participants and/or audience members on the event’s impact

Required

More Info:

Proposals will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.
We will notify grant recipients as soon as possible so you can begin your planning.

All questions can be sent to:
Nick Dwyer
ndwyer@metcoinc.org

Thank you!
METCO Headquarters
Special thanks to BASI, Outside the Box, Act 2 for making this grant opportunity possible.

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