Durham Civicplus #26-1059

City of Durham ARPA Creative Training Incentive Program for Arts and Cultural Sector

The City of Durham's Cultural and Public Art Program is inviting applications for a professional development training initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA): - Government Buyer: - City of Durham, General Services Department, Cultural & Public Art Program - Participants Sought: - Artists, creative workers, nonprofits, and small arts businesses based in Durham County, NC - Services Requested: - Delivery and participation in professional development training courses - Topics include marketing, grant writing, finance, organizational development, artist pricing, artist development and grants, and artist marketing - Training delivered through a mix of virtual and in-person sessions - Up to 32 individuals will be selected, split into two groups for different course tracks - Incentive and Requirements: - Each eligible participant receives a $5,000 incentive upon successful completion of all training sessions, course activities, and compliance with ARPA and local reporting requirements - Participants must develop practical tools (e.g., marketing plans, grant proposals) and submit narrative and financial reports - Unique Aspects: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a solicitation for service participation rather than product procurement - Program is designed to strengthen the capacity of Durham's arts and cultural community and support the Durham Cultural Roadmap - Place of Performance: - Durham County, North Carolina, with activities at City of Durham facilities and online

Description

The City of Durham's Cultural and Public Art Program is seeking individuals and organizations in the arts and cultural sector to participate in professional development training courses. These courses aim to strengthen the capacity of Durham's arts and cultural community and support key initiatives outlined in the Durham Cultural Roadmap. Selected eligible participants will receive a $5,000 incentive upon successful completion of the program and compliance with reporting requirements under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Training will be held virtually and in-person, covering topics such as marketing, grant writing, finance, and artist development.

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