You can download or print the Guidelines by clicking here.

You can download or print the Application Cover Page that includes a summary statement and authorization signature by clicking here.

You can download or print detailed instructions on how to answer the Application Questions by clicking here.

You can download the Project Budget Form by clicking here to fill out and re-upload in the Support Materials section at the end of the Form.

This is your opportunity to tell the Review Panel and Newark Arts about your organization or yourself.

• Assume the reviewers are not familiar with your organization or your previous experience. Reviewers must only consider what is cited in your application. Be sure to include background data that supports your project choice. It is important that the reviewers have a clear and complete understanding of your project and how and why you selected it. It may be helpful to begin with (Name of organization or artist) is applying for (amount of funding) to....
• Read through all the questions, and refer to the evaluation criteria in the guidelines before preparing your responses. Provide both quantitative (data-driven) and qualitative (observable) information where possible.
• Your narrative must * provide a detailed description of the purpose of this grant, how it aligns with your organization’s/your own artistic mission and the stated priorities of the ArtStart program; * give a clear statement of the need and specific issues or concerns that will be addressed and how or with whom they were determined; * tell what you plan to accomplish, how you will do it, who will benefit and in what ways, and how you will spend the money.
• Be careful not to use jargon or abbreviations.
• Number each response.
• Responses must be 500 words (3000 characters) or less.
• Note: The questions in each section below are provided to guide your responses to ensure you supply all the information (italicized above) the reviewers need to understand your project, why you selected it, how you will evaluate it, and your capacity to successfully carry it out. Proofread carefully! Typos do impact the reviewer’s opinion of your proposal.
• In the event of internet glitches, please save your answers on a separate document as well to prevent losing your work, before submitting your proposal.

Step 1: Download Budget Template

Step 2: Fill out the Budget Form as per instructions

Step 3: Save and upload the filled out Budget Form

Use the form below to upload any additional support materials, such as:

• Memorandum of Agreement, as necessary
• Proof of Commitment from professionals you plan to hire
• Proof of Commitment from location where your project takes place
• Resumes of project coordinators, artists and other professionals involved with the project
• Sample support material (3 pieces) attesting to your ability to successfully complete the project
• Organizations need to provide annual budget

All done!