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District Two Arts Related Small Business & Non-Profit Grant Relief Program

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW

FINAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 6, 2021 AT 11:59 PM

The Second District Arts Grant Program for small businesses and non-profits is now open.

Art-related non-profits, city or school-supported programs, including those that attract visitors to attractions such as museums, art galleries, and cultural and heritage sites, are eligible to apply for economic support.

Especially encouraged to apply are dance studios and organizations as well as school dance groups and after-school programs.

Review Program Details and FAQ Below Before Beginning Application

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PROGRAM DETAILS

1. Size of the Grant

Each grant will be determined by the specific program and allocated per business/nonprofit/school or city program. The grant amounts will be up to $20,000.

2. Business or Non-Profit Must Show That Funds Will Be Used as a Response to a Negative Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

Grant recipients must attest to a statement verifying that the award will be used to respond to a negative economic impact of the COVID-19 public health emergency.

3. Eligibility Requirements

Arts related businesses, non-profits, school or city programs must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Independent contractors and sole proprietors are eligible.
• Main place of business or non-profit must be in Orange County, located within the District 2 geographical boundaries. Check your address in this interactive map to confirm its district. If using an iPhone, click on the map before entering address.
• Applicant must have and provide a DUNS number at time of application.

4. Disbursement of Funds

Program awardees will receive the approved funding in one disbursement.

5. Required Documents to Qualify for Grant Award

Applications will not be considered complete without the following documents. Please have the following documents ready to upload to the application:

• Business license (not required for businesses and non-profits within unincorporated areas of District 2)
• Most recent Internal Revenue Service Form 990, Form 1120, or Form 1040, Schedule C, as applicable

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I have a home-based business. Am I eligible to apply?

I am a sole proprietor/independent contractor. Am I eligible?

I previously received other grant funding/PPP funds. Am I eligible?

What is a 501(c) letter and how do I know if I need one?

What is a DUNS number, and how do I look mine up or obtain one?

DUNS is a unique 9-digit identified issued and maintained by Dun and Bradstreet that verified the existence of a business entity. The D-U-N-S number is needed to coordinate with the System for Award Management (SAM) that combines Federal procurement systems and the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance into one new system.

To look up or obtain your DUNS number, you should visit the Dun & Bradstreet website at https://fedgov.dnb.com/webform/ or call 1-866-705-5711.

How will I know if my application was received?

When will I hear about the award decisions?

What if my application is incomplete?

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact ArtsOC by email at district2grant@artsoc.org