by Rohit Mehta, DoGood Funding

There are significant arts funding opportunities coming up for organizations who are doing good work in their communities.

The Ontario Arts Council is offering multiple grants for non-profits and charities. The Theatre Projects grant provides up to $20,000 through five categories. This grant supports professional theatrical exploration, creation, development, production, and presentation. The deadline is August 1, 2024, at 1 p.m. ET, and eligibility is limited to organizations with a head office in Ontario.

Canada Council for the Arts is offering the Strategic Innovation Seed Grant, which provides up to $25,000. This grant helps applicants think, explore, experiment, and prepare for innovation. The deadline is July 10, 2024, and it is open to Canadian organizations with an approved profile.

The Metcalf Foundation is offering the Performing Arts Strategic Experimentation Fund, with grants of up to $40,000. This grant encourages strategic approaches to organizational development, capacity building, and problem-solving in all aspects of operations, including artistic, administrative, and audience-building. The deadline is June 25, 2024.

Additionally, the Metcalf Foundation is offering the Performing Arts Booster Fund, with grants of up to $30,000 to support projects or activities planned for 2025. This grant focuses on existing projects and activities, providing additional financial resources to increase support for artists and arts workers. The deadline is October 2, 2024.

To learn more or confirm your interest in receiving support for any of these grants, please contact sales@dogoodfundraising.ca