Arts-Based Community Development & Leon and Thea Koerner Award – Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Registered non-profit organizations in British Columbia - Cultural and arts organizations with demonstrated track records - Community-based organizations that integrate arts into their programming - Social enterprises with arts-based community development focus - Organizations must be legally incorporated and in good standing - Preference given to organizations with 3+ years of operational history - Must demonstrate commitment to social benefit and community engagement ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to 5 organizations selected annually for the Leon and Thea Koerner Award - Award Size: Varies by project scope and organizational capacity (typically $25,000–$100,000 range, subject to foundation guidelines) - Matching Requirements: May require organizational or community contribution (percentage varies) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (not a loan) - Funding Source: Leon and Thea Koerner Foundation in partnership with BC Arts Council - Payment Structure: Typically disbursed upon project approval and milestone completion ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Program Development & Delivery: Arts-based community projects and workshops - Artist/Staff Salaries: Honorariums and wages for artists and project coordinators - Community Engagement: Facilitation, outreach, and participant support - Materials & Equipment: Art supplies, production materials, and tools - Venue/Space Rental: Space for workshops, exhibitions, or performances - Evaluation & Documentation: Project assessment, reporting, and impact measurement - Training & Capacity Building: Professional development related to A-BCD principles ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Application Requirement: Organizations must demonstrate alignment with A-BCD principles (art-led social change, community participation, equity focus) - Selection Criteria: Excellence, innovation, demonstrated social benefit outcomes, and organizational capacity - Limited Awards: Only up to 5 organizations awarded annually (highly competitive) - Reporting Obligations: Recipient organizations must provide progress