​What is a microgrant?

The goal of a MicroGrant is to provide an opportunity for individuals or groups to launch a concept/project, continue to build upon a project, or to put the finishing touches on a project. By presenting in front of an audience, the selected presenters have the opportunity to connect with community members they may not normally cross paths with. The MicroGrant amount is dependent on the number of tickets sold - usually around $1,000.

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How Does It Work? 

Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to submit their project. A committee will review the submissions, looking for at minimum, five viable projects to participate in the dinner. Selected artists will be notified on August 30 and will meet with ARTSwork staff prior to the dinner to review their presentation. If the minimum number of presenting artists is not met, the submisison process and event will be re-launched at a later date. 

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At the MicroGrant Dinner:
Selected artists will pitch their projects, PechaKucha style (20 slides, 20 seconds each), to dinner guests. After all presentations are given, guests vote on their favorite project. The winning artist takes home the ticket proceeds as a MicroGrant to help fund their project.

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Selected artists:

Tina Campbell, Kristy Evans, Jeremiah LaBresh, Aaron Earl Short, and Aniekanabasi White

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Questions? Email Daphne at ddickens@desmoinesartsfestival.org

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