The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is pleased to announce a new grant program, DCARTS International, which will offer support for D.C. art's organizations traveling abroad. Please see the attached guidelines. Please note the guidelines will not be available online until October 15, 2008. For more information contact the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities at (202) 724-5613.
Deadline: November 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
A letter of intent is required by close of business, Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Please submit to the attention of DCCAH, DCARTS International, 1371 Harvard Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20009.
About this Program
DCARTS International is an inaugural grant program offering support for District of Columbia arts organizations to travel abroad to participate in cultural festivals, exhibitions, touring programs and other opportunities to share their talents. The DC Arts Commission recognizes the important role cultural communication plays in increasing international understanding. This program aims to cultivate the globalization of Washington's rich tradition of diverse cultural expression and support for highly accomplished artistic talent.
What does this grant fund?
DCARTS International offers funds ranging between $3,000 and $20,000 dollars for District of Columbia arts organizations to travel and tour abroad. This program is intended for District arts organizations to build viable arts experiences with other cultures and to strengthen global creative exchanges with international artists and arts organizations. As a requirement of the grant award, grantees must plan to share their cultural experience with District residents through a presentation, exhibition or workshop upon their return to the District.
Shyree Mezick
Executive Assistant
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
1371 Harvard Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
direct (202) 724-6504
main (202) 724-5613
fax (202) 727-4135
http://dcarts.dc.gov
