The Arts For EveryBody Community Project Grants are designed to enhance the impact of the national initiative One Nation One Project/Arts For EveryBody, which evaluated the role of the arts in improving mental well-being in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, North Carolina. These grants aim to support artist-led and community-based projects that promote art participation and contribute to healthier communities through arts and culture. The funding is provided by the Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County, and the grant period runs from January 1 to December 31, 2025.

The purpose of the Arts For EveryBody Community Project Grants is to foster community engagement through the arts. Projects eligible for funding may include a variety of artistic endeavors such as concerts, exhibitions, festivals, parades, performances, and celebrations of local artists. The central focus of these projects must be the arts, and they should be accessible to the public while demonstrating a positive impact on the community. Priority will be given to projects that encourage collaboration, address social or economic issues through the arts, or connect artists with arts professionals.

Funding for the grants ranges from $5,000 to $35,000, with no matching funds required. The grants are intended to support projects that align with the goals of the initiative and contribute to the cultural landscape of Forsyth County. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, artists, and residents who have lived in Winston-Salem or Forsyth County for at least one year. It is important for both nonprofit and for-profit entities to have a mission that emphasizes arts and culture. Educational institutions such as pre-schools and K-12 schools are not eligible to apply.

To apply for the grant, interested parties must submit a proposal that outlines their project and its alignment with the goals of the Arts For EveryBody initiative. The application process will require detailed information about the project, including its objectives, target audience, and expected outcomes. Specific questions related to the project’s community impact and collaboration with local artists or organizations may also be included in the application.

Evaluation criteria for the grant will focus on the project's potential for community engagement, artistic merit, and the ability to address social or economic issues through the arts. The review process will assess how well the project aligns with the goals of the Arts For EveryBody initiative and its overall impact on the community.

The deadline for submitting applications for the Arts For EveryBody Community Project Grants is October 31, 2024. It is advisable for applicants to prepare their proposals well in advance of this date to ensure a thorough and complete submission. For further information, applicants can contact Cécile Boynton at the Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County via email or phone.