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ArtsForward FAQs

About Artists

  1. May a presenter propose working with artists who they already know? Yes. APAP also welcomes applications from presenters who are pursuing new relationships with artists.

  2. May a presenter work with a local artist? Yes. Both touring and regional artists are eligible.

  3. May the same artist be named on more than one application? No. Artists who are approached by more than one presenter will need to choose one and inform all other presenters of their choice.

  4. Are artists not represented in the groups promoted in the 10-20-30 Pledge eligible? Yes, however APAP’s 10-20-30 Pledge is broadly structured in how it addresses inclusion of voices that have historically been left out of funding opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to consider how their relationships, for this project, might address at least one of the populations and goals named in the pledge.

For Artists

  1. I am an artist. Should I contact presenters about applying? Yes. APAP encourages collaborative conversations among presenters, artists and agents and hopes that ArtsForward provides a way for arts workers to reconnect and also learn about each other’s circumstances.

  2. I am an artist. What if multiple presenters approach me about applying? Artists would need to choose one presenter with whom to apply and inform other presenters accordingly. Not applying with one presenter for ArtsForward does not preclude artists and presenters from collaborating and working together in other ways, including block booking and tour routing.

  3. I run an arts ensemble that also presents other artists. May I apply as a presenter and also be listed on another presenter’s application as their artist? No. Artists can be named on only one application, either as a presenting organization or as an artist. In order to apply as a presenter, the applicant must be an APAP Presenter member.

  4. I am an artist. May I apply to present my own work or ensemble? No, artists must work with a presenter.

  5. I am an artist who is thinking of applying. How do I get started? Here are several suggestions. Think of presenting organizations that you know and ask them if they might be interested in working with you so you can apply together (they will need to join APAP if they are not already a member). Attend one of the informational webinars on October 13 (replay now available) or November 1. Sign up for an appointment with a program consultant or email program staff.

About Eligibility

  1. Does the proposed artist/ensemble need to be an APAP member? No. Only the presenter needs to be an APAP member. Artists are, however, welcome to join the APAP membership. View services offered to artists and membership rates here or contact Membership Director Sue Noseworthy at snoseworthy@staging.apap365.org or 202.207.3841.

  2. I work for a nonprofit presenting organization within a city government. Am I eligible? Only presenting organizations that have their own, independent tax-exempt status are eligible.

  3. I am unsure of my APAP membership status. Can I still apply? You must confirm your membership status by November 9, 2021. For assistance, contact Membership Director Sue Noseworthy at snoseworthy@staging.apap365.org or 202.207.3841.

  4. How do I become an APAP member? By when must I join? To join or renew your membership, please learn more here or contact Membership Director Sue Noseworthy at snoseworthy@staging.apap365.org or 202.207.3841. All applicants must join by Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

  5. Due to the pandemic my organization’s budget dropped from $8.5 million in 2019 to $4.5 million in 2020. Am I eligible? Yes. The cap applies to either the 2020 or the 2021 calendar year. APAP realizes that budgets have fluctuated more than usual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  6. Are international artists eligible? No. Only U.S.-based artists can be proposed.

  7. Can the proposed engagement project take place entirely virtually? No. Projects can incorporate some virtual components but must lead to in-person activity(s) with performance elements. (See the definition of Engagement Project in the Working Assumptions section for further information.)

  8. I’m still not sure if I am eligible. Can I get help in determining that? Yes, please reach out to the program consultants at artsforward@staging.apap365.org.

About the Application

  1. I understand that presenters and artists are encouraged to collaborate on an application. How does that happen? The application platform, SurveyMonkey Apply, allows artists to (after setting up a simple account) access the application as a collaborator to both view and sign the application. Please refer to the How to Apply page for further information.

  2. I understand that the application is to be jointly signed. How do we do that? Instructions on how to sign the application in SurveyMonkey Apply are found here.

  3. I’m having trouble navigating SurveyMonkey Apply. Whom do I contact for help? Check out SurveyMonkey Apply’s FAQ page or contact April Gruber, program manager at agruber@staging.apap365.org.

  4. I am a presenter who is thinking of applying. How do I get started? Here are several suggestions. Think about artists, either local or touring, who you might want to engage in a project during 2022. Ask them if they want to apply together. You will need to join APAP if you are not already a member. Attend one of the informational webinars in October 13 (replay now available) or November 1. Sign up for an appointment with a program consultant or email program staff.

About Budget and Payment

  1. Are matching funds required? No.

  2. What costs are allowed? Can agent fees be part of the budget? Beyond the minimum 50% of grant funds that must go to the artist (which includes the agent fee, if applicable, and other related touring costs, including COVID-19 safety), presenters can include salaries, production, marketing, and programmatic expenses related to supporting the proposed engagement and maintaining safety during COVID-19. Costs might include technical support to live stream, testing, additional security, a COVID-19 officer to help with compliance, etc. as well as additional housing/per diem costs for artists.

  3. For larger institutions, are indirect costs (meaning at pre-negotiated government rates) allowed? No. But presenters can include project-related costs, including their organization’s staff salaries.

  4. May I include capital improvement expenses related to upgrading my space for COVID-19, such as partitions and HVAC upgrades? No. These larger, permanent costs are not allowable.
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