Money Talk: A Grant Discussion For And By Creatives

When eligibility is no longer enough, innovation becomes crucial when applying for competitive grant funding.

Join us for an interactive panel where local multidisciplinary creatives will speak and present on grant writing best practices, share real-life case studies and offer strategies for handling rejection.The panel will conclude with an audience participation segment, during which a select number of attendees can briefly share their proposed projects. Then, together, we will brainstorm suitable grants and actionable next steps.

Email create@theframework.ca to submit by June 12 a short description of your project for live feedback.

The Framework | @theframework.ca

A polymathic agency that centers creative storytelling through grant writing, publicity and strategic partnerships.

Kingsley Swim | @kingslxy

Kingsley Swim is a community connector, independent curator, and the driving force behind her agency, The Framework. Her efforts encompass collaborating with multidisciplinary artists, collectives and art service organizations through forward-thinking program development, grant proposal composition, and event production. She remains active behind the scenes, bringing fresh ideas to several art, culture and funding committees across Canada. In 2023, she was selected as a Keychange Innovator, engaging in professional development, networking and travel throughout Europe. To date, Kingsley has secured seven figures in public funding to support and empower Canadian-based creatives and artist-centred initiatives.

This workshop is located at “The Gift Shop” in ByWard Market (#9-13).

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Curated by Imani Dominique and inspired by the aesthetics of local record stores, “The Gift Shop” is an interactive and immersive art gallery. Located at ByWard Market from June 13 - July 18, this pop-up shop will sell prints from local QTBIPOC artists and create an environment that is conducive to art exploration and discovery. Through engaging professional development workshops and creative activations hosted in the space, this exhibit also provides emerging and mid-career artists with an opportunity to incubate their businesses and develop their entrepreneurial skills.

Learn More at shopthegiftshop.ca

Store Hours of Operation:

June 13- July 18, 2024

Tuesday - Sunday

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