Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund

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My organization would like to apply for a grant but have not yet met the requirement for years in operation. Can we do something to prepare?
My organization has already begun work with a consultant on a particular organizational challenge. Can we apply for the Toolbox to pay for that consultant?
My organization would like to apply for a Toolbox but won't be ready to begin work for several months. When should I apply?

Q: My organization would like to apply for a grant but have not yet met the requirement for years in operation. Can we do something to prepare?

A: The Arts Stabilization Toolbox Award program is a great way for organizations to solve a particular issue or challenge that could make them a stronger candidate for an Arts Fund grant or grants from other organizations. Since the requirement for years of operation after receipt of 501(c)(3) status is less than for the grant (two years instead of three), organizations have an opportunity to apply for a Toolbox while waiting to become eligible for the grant program.

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Q: My organization has already begun work with a consultant on a particular organizational challenge. Can we apply for the Toolbox to pay for that consultant?

A: Unfortunately no. One of the basic tenets of the Toolbox program is to offer, along with work with a consultant, a suite of other tools and opportunitiess. This is implemented and managed by the Georgia Center for Nonprofits who use their expertise in nonprofit management to match awardees to the right package of services. Throughout the relationship they are available as a 'customer service' agent to make sure the awardee is getting the level of service and results they need. By starting the project without this relationship, the effectiveness of the Georgia Center for Nonprofits and the impact of the Toolbox are lessened.

The Arts Fund recognizes that sometimes an organization can't wait for a deadline to get started on solving a pressing issue and must go ahead and start work with a consultant. In order to better serve groups in this position, the Arts Fund board changed the structure of the program to accept and evaluate applications three times a year instead of one. Deadlines are now in December, May and August.

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Q: My organization would like to apply for a Toolbox but won't be ready to begin work for several months. When should I apply?

A:Timing is very important in the Toolbox award process. Recipients of the Toolbox award are expected to begin work on their project soon after the award is announced. There is some flexibility in schedule but if you won't be able to begin work before the next Toolbox deadline, you will need to make the case why you need to receive the Toolbox in a particular cycle. Otherwise you may want to wait until the next deadline.

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Learn More About The Toolbox:

Toolbox Overview
Eligibility & Process
Past Recipients


	Overview \| Eligibility & Process \| Past Recipients \| Scholarships \| FAQs My organization would like to apply for a grant but have not yet met the requirement for years in operation. Can we do something to prepare? My organization has already begun work with a consultant on a particular organizational challenge. Can we apply for the Toolbox to pay for that consultant? My organization would like to apply for a Toolbox but won't be ready to begin work for several months. When should I apply? Q: My organization would like to apply for a grant but have not yet met the requirement for years in operation. Can we do something to prepare? A: The Arts Stabilization Toolbox Award program is a great way for organizations to solve a particular issue or challenge that could make them a stronger candidate for an Arts Fund grant or grants from other organizations. Since the requirement for years of operation after receipt of 501(c)(3) status is less than for the grant (two years instead of three), organizations have an opportunity to apply for a Toolbox while waiting to become eligible for the grant program. ^ Back To Questions ^ Q: My organization has already begun work with a consultant on a particular organizational challenge. Can we apply for the Toolbox to pay for that consultant? A: Unfortunately no. One of the basic tenets of the Toolbox program is to offer, along with work with a consultant, a suite of other tools and opportunitiess. This is implemented and managed by the Georgia Center for Nonprofits who use their expertise in nonprofit management to match awardees to the right package of services. Throughout the relationship they are available as a 'customer service' agent to make sure the awardee is getting the level of service and results they need. By starting the project without this relationship, the effectiveness of the Georgia Center for Nonprofits and the impact of the Toolbox are lessened. The Arts Fund recognizes that sometimes an organization can't wait for a deadline to get started on solving a pressing issue and must go ahead and start work with a consultant. In order to better serve groups in this position, the Arts Fund board changed the structure of the program to accept and evaluate applications three times a year instead of one. Deadlines are now in December, May and August. ^ Back To Questions ^ Q: My organization would like to apply for a Toolbox but won't be ready to begin work for several months. When should I apply? A:Timing is very important in the Toolbox award process. Recipients of the Toolbox award are expected to begin work on their project soon after the award is announced. There is some flexibility in schedule but if you won't be able to begin work before the next Toolbox deadline, you will need to make the case why you need to receive the Toolbox in a particular cycle. Otherwise you may want to wait until the next deadline. ^ Back To Questions ^ Learn More About The Toolbox: Toolbox Overview Eligibility & Process Past Recipients
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