Grant Writing
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Grant writing HumanitiesSkills
visual artsOur organization plans to host an annual art festival (Music, Visual art and Film) each year during September and October. However, we are currently facing funding challenges.
We would like to collaborate with students to find and complete grant applications.
This will involve several different steps for the students, including:
- Familiarizing themselves with our vision statement and a project we have defined.
- Developing a needs statement that characterizes the community problem and justifies the need for our project and funding.
- Identifying potential sponsors and funding opportunities that are a good fit for our organization and project.
- Improving the clarity and persuasiveness of our company's grant proposal writing.
Bonus steps in the process would also include:
- Identifying new opportunities for community projects.
By the end of the project, students should demonstrate:
- Understanding of our organizationโs values and purpose
- Understanding of the community project
- Identification of potential sponsors and funding sources
- Recommendations for improving our grant proposals
Bonus steps would include:
- Defining new community projects with appropriate scopes
Final deliverables should include
- A 10-minute presentation.
Students will connect directly with us for mentorship throughout the project. We will be able to provide answers to questions such as:
- Our mission and vision statement
- Our community projects and previous grant applications
- Input on choices, problems or anything else the students might encounter.
About the company
The Africa Ubuntu Association (AUA) is a dynamic, not-for-profit art community organization, deeply rooted in the rich cultural ethos of Africa. Located on the Unceded Syilx Territory, AUA's mission is to cultivate a vibrant community in the greater Okanagan area. It serves as a nurturing space for Africans, those of African descent, and anyone with an interest in African culture. At the heart of AUA's philosophy is the African concept of Ubuntu - 'I am because you are.' This philosophy emphasizes the importance of community, where each individual is encouraged to shine, contributing to a collective brilliance rather than standing alone.
AUA's mission is multifaceted:
Fostering Community Through Art: AUA leverages the power of art to bring people together, celebrating African culture and its diverse expressions.
Connecting Africans in the Diaspora: It aims to be a connecting point for Africans living and studying abroad, building bridges across continents.
Promoting Intercultural Exchange: By encouraging interactions among various cultures, AUA enhances mutual understanding and respect.
Advocating for Diverse Activities: The organization champions artistic, educational, social, recreational, charitable, and athletic initiatives that reflect the interests of its members.
Documenting Lived Experiences: Recognizing the importance of history, AUA is committed to documenting the present experiences of Africans as future historical records.
The vision of AUA is to create public spaces that embody community support and inclusivity, addressing community needs in innovative ways.
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