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Individual Artist Support (IAS) - Artist Project Track is sponsored by Illinois Arts Council Agency. This program assists Illinois artists in the production and presentation of an artistic project with a public release or presentation. This includes support for works on paper, drawing, printmaking, and artist books.
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Individual Artist Support Individual Artist Support ATTENTION: As of September 25, 2023, funds for FY24 Individual Artist Support (IAS) have been fully expended. FY25 applications will become available next July for projects occurring between September 2024 and August 31, 2025.
The Individual Artist Support (IAS) program assists Illinois artists to realize a career goal, take advantage of a professional opportunity, or to produce and present an artistic project. The IAS program encompasses two different tracks. Each track has specific limitations and requirements.
Review each track’s guidelines thoroughly to determine which best suits your goals. Artists may apply to only one track each fiscal year. Artist Project Track (IAS/AP) supports individual artists in the production and presentation of an artistic project.
Applicants may request a maximum of 75% of the total cash expenses of the project up to $4,000. The minimum request is $500. Applicants must secure a cash match to cover the remaining costs.
Professional Development Track (IAS/PD) supports professional development opportunities related to an individual artist's career. Applicants can request grant amounts between $500 and $1,500 with no cash match required. Applicants must secure funds to cover any remaining costs exceeding $1,500.
This program has an open deadline and will support activities that occur by August 31, 2024. Applications must be received 8 weeks prior to the start date as identified in the application. Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received and will be accepted until funds are fully committed or by May 15, 2024.
Individual Artist Support Recorded Webinar Drop-in session for questions on the program, or online platform. There is no registration for the drop-in sessions.
To join, click on the link at the meeting time: Friday, August 11, 2023, at 1:00 PM Friday, September 8, 2023, at 1:00 PM Friday, October 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM Friday, November 3, 2023, at 1:00 PM To access the IAS Program guidelines follow these links: Professional Development Track The electronic application is now available through Salesforce .
For further information about the IAS Program, contact Teresa Davis, Program Director, by email: teresa. n. davis@illinois.
gov or by phone: 312-814-6753. 115 S. LaSalle St.
, Suite 2202 Chicago, IL 60603-3804 ( map ) Toll-free: (800) 237-6994 Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Para información en Español llame al Illinois Arts Council al (312) 814-4993 Personal Identity Info Protection Policy Statewide Departments & Agencies
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Illinois artists are eligible. Applicants may request a maximum of 75% of the total cash expenses of the project up to $4,000 and must secure a cash match to cover the remaining costs. Applicants must not have received an IAS grant in the previous fiscal year and not be enrolled in a degree-seeking program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $4,000 (minimum request is $500). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Individual Artist Support (IAS) - Artist Project Track is funded by Illinois Arts Council Agency. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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