Our Journey Micro-Grant Program
Funding Amount
Up to $500
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Our Journey Micro-Grant Program
Funder: Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) in partnership with Rockford Area Arts Council (RAAC) and Rockford Art Deli
Overview: The Our Journey Micro-Grant Program was designed to benefit artists and art organizations by awarding funding allocations of up to $500 for artistic endeavors throughout the Rockford region. The program was developed as an extension of a partnership with Rockford Art Deli's #HereForGoodRKFD campaign.
Geographic Scope: Winnebago County, Illinois; Rockford region
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Eligibility Requirements:
Award Amount: Up to $500 per grant
Funding Source: Initial funding seeded by sales of Rockford-themed masks and t-shirts
Program History: Launched in early May 2020; first round awarded $2,200 total across five recipients
Status: Program was active as of June 2020; current status and application availability should be verified on website
Contact: Visit www.GoRockford.com/OurJourney for more information
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How to Apply
Application Process
1. Access Application: Visit www.GoRockford.com/OurJourney
2. Application Rounds: Program operates in multiple rounds with rolling deadlines
- First round applications received through early May 2020
- Second round deadline: Friday, July 10 (based on 2020 timeline)
3. Submission: Complete online application form
4. Eligibility Criteria:
- Demonstrate creativity
- Show love for Winnebago County
- Celebrate community assets and recovery
- Artistic or arts-related project focus
5. Award Details: Up to $500 per grant award
6. Note: Current application status and deadlines should be confirmed directly with GoRockford at www.gorockford.com
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