To be considered for funding, applications must be submitted and authorized by 11:59 p.m. Applications will only be accepted beginning on February 1. Please note: With the implementation of our new eGRANT system, MAC will no longer accept paper applications. First-time applicants to the Operating Grant Program are strongly encouraged to contact MAC Program Staff about the viability of this type of grant for their organization before submitting an application. MAC awards Operating Grants in each of the following programs areas:īefore applying, review the goals of each program area to determine which one most closely aligns with your organization’s mission and activities.Įligible organizations are limited to applying for a Project Grant OR an Operating Grant each fiscal year.Because of the wide range of expenses the grant can support, Operating Grant applicants are also required to submit more detailed information than other applicants in order to provide MAC grant review panels with a more detailed picture of the applicant organization’s overall structure and activities. Operating Grants can be used by these arts focused organizations to support any of their general operating expenses, including salaries, marketing, rent, insurance, or artistic fees. Eligible organizations should have the arts as their primary focus and mission. Operating grants serve as a way to assist these core organizations maintain their financial stability, build their organizational capacity, improve their artist programs, and broaden their programs throughout the community. Operating Grants are specifically available for arts focused institutions as these organizations are crucial partners with MAC in providing increased access to the arts in Mississippi.

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