Artists in all disciplines — as well as arts and culture organizations — are invited to apply for funding through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), which delivers the Arts and Culture Program on behalf of Columbia Basin Trust.
The Trust has a longstanding partnership with CKCA for the delivery of arts and culture programming, as well as representing the interests of the arts and culture community in the region.
“Over the past 20 years, we’ve seen firsthand the positive impact funding has on supporting arts and culture, in particular, the many emerging artists in this region who have thrived,” said Laura White, CKCA chair. “The Trust’s expanded investment in arts and culture through the CKCA will have a significant impact on artists and organizations in the Basin.”
For 2018-19, CKCA is receiving $750,000 from the Trust to directly support arts and culture projects.
Funding is available for individuals and groups through the following programs: community arts councils; minor capital arts projects; touring; arts and cultural mentoring / master classes; organizational development; major project arts; artists in education; and a new arts presenting and creation program for organizations.
Applications are adjudicated once a year by local arts councils and the CKCA Steering Committee. Funding also supports the development of a regional arts and cultural publication and the popular Columbia Basin Culture Tour, which will occur in August 2018.
“We know the celebration of arts and culture is important to Basin residents and contributes to our quality of life,” said Michelle d’Entremont, manager for grants and programs at the Trust. “CKCA programming offers valuable support and expertise in the arts and culture sector that enriches our communities and supports the successful development of artists.”
Visit basinculture.com for more information about programs and application procedures. Please note, applications will now be submitted online for most programs.
CKCA applications must be received by March 2 or March 16, depending on the program.
Call CKCA at 250-505-5505 or 1-877-505-7355 for any additional questions.
Free Arts and Culture Grant Writing Workshops
Krista Patterson will also be conducting free Arts and Culture Grant Writing Workshops for anyone wanting to learn more about how to apply for arts and culture grants delivered by the CKCA.
The nearest workshop to Castlegar will be in Crescent Valley on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Crescent Valley Hall (1385 Hwy. 6).
Online workshops are also available: Tuesday, Feb. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m.; Thursday, Feb. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m.; or Monday. Feb. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Pre-registration is required. Email wkracassistant@telus.net or call 1-250-505-5505 or 1-877-505-7355.