Grants to California Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Support General Operations

Organizational Support Program (OSP)

Agency

Local

GrantWatch ID#

144998

Funding Source

San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture

Geographic Focus

USA: California: City of San Diego

Important Dates

LOI Date: 11/28/23
Deadline: 02/12/24 8:00 AM

Grant Description

Grants to California arts and cultural nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for general operating support. Applicants must complete a part one application prior to submitting a part two application. Funding is intended to support organizations that increase local tourism and enhance the quality of life for residents. Eligible applicants are headquartered in the city of San Diego and provide activities in the city of San Diego.

The Organizational Support Program (OSP) provides general operating support to tax-exempt, nonprofit, arts and culture organizations, for delivery of activities that positively impact San Diego’s quality of life and tourism and provide direct access and increased opportunities for excellence in culture and the arts.

The purpose of TOT funding is:

To enhance the economy and strengthen arts, cultural, and creative sectors;
To contribute to San Diego’s national and international reputation as a creative, cultural destination;
To provide access to excellence in culture and the arts for residents and visitors;
To enrich the lives of the people of San Diego; and
To build healthy, vital neighborhoods.

Recipient

Additional Eligibility Criteria

OSP provides general operating support for nonprofit arts and culture organizations.
Your organization is eligible to apply for OSP funding if:
- Nonprofit Status: Your organization holds tax-exempt nonprofit status under section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code at the time of application that is verifiable by an IRS letter of determination attached to the Part 1 Application; and
- Organization Purpose: Your organization is a nonprofit arts and culture organization with a mission statement clearly focused on the development, production, service, or presentation of arts and cultural activities and programming; and
- Public Benefit: Your organization’s activities must have a clear presentation that is open to the public, or meaningful and accessible engagement component within the performance period. While presentations and participation must be open to the public generally, they may reach specific audiences or charge a fee as long as such restrictions do not discriminate on the bases as described in Section 6; and
- History of Operations: Your organization has at least two full and consecutive years of operating with its own independent governing board (not under a fiscal sponsor); and
- Service Area: Your organization is headquartered in the city of San Diego and provides activities in the city of San Diego; and
- Mission Alignment: Your organization operates to fulfill a mission that aligns with the purpose of TOT funding:
1. To enhance the economy and strengthen arts, cultural, and creative sectors;
2. To contribute to San Diego’s national and international reputation as a creative, cultural destination;
3. To provide access to excellence in culture and the arts for residents and visitors;
4. To enrich the lives of the people of San Diego; and
5. To build healthy, vital neighborhoods.

Ineligible

For ineligible applicants, see https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/fy25-osp-guidelines.pdf#page=5.

For ineligible uses of funding, see https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/fy25-osp-guidelines.pdf#page=8.

Pre-Proposal Conference

Sign up for 1:1 technical assistance: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BAFAC2FAAFEC07-44728558-fy24#/

Timeslots available on November 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, and 27.

Pre-Application Information

Timeline:
- October 26, 2023: Application guidelines and online Part 1 form becomes available for applications.
- November 20, 2023, 9:00 a.m.: Last day for questions regarding the Part 1.
- November 28, 2023, 8:00 a.m.: Part 1 submissions due.
- November 29, 2023 – December 15, 2023: Part 1 evaluated for eligibility and compliance with City guidelines.
- December 15 – December 22, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.: "Cure" period for applicants deemed "Not Qualified" due to missing or incomplete materials in the Part 1.
- January 12, 2024: Results of “Cure” period announced.
- January 15, 2024: Online Part 2 portal opens.
- January 15 – February 6, 2024: Virtual technical assistance TBD (all dates posted on the City website and all successful Part 1 applicants will receive email notification). Flexible office hours available with staff (via teleconferencing or telephone).
- February 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m.: Last day for questions regarding the Part 2.
- February 12, 2024, 8:00 a.m.: Responses to the Part 2 due.
- March 13 – March 27, 2024: Panels review and recommend scores/ranks responses to the Part 2.
- March 29, 2024: Results announced to applicants.
- April 1 – April 11, 2024: Appeals period (10 days.)
- April 12, 2024: Commission’s Policy & Funding Committee review of panel recommendations.
- April 26, 2024: Commission reviews Part 2 ranks recommended by Policy & Funding Committee and recommends for inclusion in FY25 proposed City budget.
- June 25, 2024: Final award amounts confirmed through City’s appropriation ordinance.
- July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025: FY25 Activity period.
- July 22, 2024 – September 6, 2024: FY25 agreements awarded, signed, and returned.
- July 31, 2025 5:00 pm: Final reports due.
* All dates are approximate and subject to change. All times are Pacific Time.

Matching Income Requirement for Applicants: The matching requirement for all OSP awards is 1:1.

Funds awarded to an applicant may be paid in advance of activities and on a reimbursement basis pursuant to awarded agreement.

Fluxx User Registration Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xp2B6gqiKQ4
Fluxx Application Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-YVAeru4Qc

Estimated Size of Grant

The amount of money an applicant can be awarded is calculated using an algorithm and is dependent on several factors including the organization’s submitted annual operating income, the rank given to the organization’s proposal, the total amount of funds available for distribution and the number of organizations receiving awards. For reference, in Fiscal Year 2o24 (FY24), OSP applicants were awarded between 1%- 15% of their annual operating income (AOI). The minimum award amount an applicant can receive in Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) is $10,000.
For additional information, see: https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/2023-10/fy25-osp-guidelines.pdf#page=4

Term of Contract

Eligible expenses must be incurred by an applicant during the FY25 activity period between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

Contact Information

Apply Online: https://sandiegoarts.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new

For questions, contact Arts and Culture Staff at arts@sandiego.gov.

City Administration Building
202 C St.
San Diego, CA 92101
City Information Center: 619-236-5555

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