American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding
North Carolina legislature has designated $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to be distributed by the N.C. Arts Council and sub-granted via the local arts councils over two years with no match required.
Strategy for ARPA Funds
BUILD | DEVELOP | INVEST
Eligibility
- While nonprofit status is preferred, organizations that have been in operation for at least one year may apply
- All organizations must reside and carryout projects in Gaston County
- Projects must take place by June 15, 2023
- Only complete applications received by the due date will be considered
Examples of ARPA Funding Investments
- Subgrants may support operational expenses, including part-time staff and contract workers for arts organizations
- Subgrants may be awarded for training or consultants to help with organizational capacity needs, for example, financial literacy, board development, program evaluation, or strategic planning
Sustainability: investing in operations (equipment purchases or upgrades), and staff or contractors
Expanding Relationships: Developing new relationships with BIPOC* arts organizations
Capacity Building: Consultants for strategic planning
Developing a fundraising plan
Professional marketing plan
Website refresh
Program evaluation
Board training
Staff training or professional development
Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion training
Application Evaluation
Panel of community members review each application
Application
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Application deadline December 31, 2022
Applicants agrees to provide Gaston Arts Council with any/all requested information to assist with the data collection for Arts and Economic Prosperity Study 6 (AEP6).
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Final Report due by June 30, 2023
If you require assistance with your application, or have specific questions, contact: Kim George, 704.853.2787; [email protected]
*Black, indigenous, and people of color
Strategy for ARPA Funds Video