Incorporated not-for-profit organizations working in arts, heritage or Ontario-based research/academic institutions, with a focus on the cultural sector, can apply for funding from the newly announced Cultural Strategic Investment Fund (CSIF).
Eligible applicants can receive non-capital funding for projects supporting CSIF's priorities:
* Arts Education
* Cultural Diversity & Aboriginal Engagement
* Cultural/Heritage Tourism
* Heritage Preservation & Archaeology
Projects must be completed in our upcoming fiscal year (April 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011). CSIF can cover up to 50% of eligible project costs up to a maximum of $50,000. Organizations serving communities with population of 20,000 or less can receive funding for up to 80% of eligible project costs up to a maximum of $50,000. Applicants must have at least one project partner.
Deadline date to apply is Monday, Nov 16th, 2009.
Interested applicants must contact their Regional Advisor to discuss project ideas prior to submitting an application. For a copy of the guidelines and application form, go to http://www.culture.gov.on.ca/english/Grants/csif/index.html
