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GRANT GUIDELINES



Chorus Grant Program

GUIDELINES

Grant Overview

The Polish Singers Alliance of America (PSAA) Chorus Grant Program was established in 2017 to actively promote and share Polish culture through song. The main purpose of the grant program is to further the creation and performance of Polish music with an emphasis on vocal and choral music; preference for programs/concerts which directly engage young people, new audiences, and involve collaborative community outreach are especially considered.

 

The PSAA Chorus Grant Program only considers program proposals from active PSAA member choruses in good standing. Applications are accepted on May 1st of each fiscal year. The fiscal year runs from May 1 – April 30. A PSAA member chorus may submit one application per fiscal year. Interested choruses are required to complete the PSAA Grant Application form in English.


Grants will range from USD $1000-$1500. Grant recipients are required to complete the PSAA Grant Final Report form at the conclusion of the program.


We encourage applicants to review the downloadable PSAA Chorus Grant Program Guidelines document and both forms to assure all requirements are met before submitting an application.


Application Requirements

Applications must only be for concerts/performances or collaborative programs/events with outside Polish or non-Polish group(s) involving Polish song. Funding for general operating support is not allowed. Also, the acknowledgement that funding is provided by the Polish Singers Alliance of America, Inc. must be included on any marketing materials publicizing the concert/performance or program/event.


To apply, go to the PSAA Chorus Grant Section on the website and download the Application form and Guidelines.


In summary:

Deadline for submission: May 1 of each fiscal year (May 1 – April 30)

Hard copy of the application written in English is required.

Provide the program plan, goals, funding budget, and timeline.

Include statement that “funding provided by the Polish Singers Alliance of America, Inc.” on all publicity and marketing materials.


Eligibility

All member choruses belonging to the PSAA and in good standing are eligible to apply for the PSAA Chorus Grant Award.


Allowable Costs

Applications must be for only concert/performances or collaborative programs with outside Polish or non-Polish group(s) involving Polish song. Preference is given to programs which engage young people with Polish song in the native tongue or in translation.


Non-Allowable Costs

Funding for general operating support or the purchase of physical equipment is not allowable through this program. Likewise, direct grants to individuals are not permissible.


Grant Award

The award is limited to USD $1000 - $1500 per program.


NOTE: Grant monies are sent AFTER the program is completed and the required final report is received within the required timetable. The grant is not contingent upon the success of the program but simply to insure the program/event actually took place.


Current grant recipients are required to complete the PSAA Grant Final Report at the conclusion of the program. Reports should be submitted to the PSAA no later than 30 days after the completion date.


Application Limits

A chorus may submit one application per fiscal year. The fiscal year is May1 through April 30. The application must be written in English, submitted in hard copy, and the application form completed in its entirety.


Application Deadlines

The PSAA Chorus Grant application will be accepted on May 1st during the current fiscal year.


Award Information

Applicants will be notified within 90 days of their grant submission and no later than August 1st.


Application Review

The applications are reviewed and the awardees are determined by the PSAA Central Administration consisting of its officers, general and assistant music directors, and its current Board members.


Application Assistance

To request assistance in applying or to answer questions, please email wyrobekml@gmail.com as soon as possible to allow time for staff to support you in submitting an application on time.


GRANT APPLICATION


GRANT FINAL REPORT