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Get ready! The Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF), a Grant Program for Nonprofit Live Arts, will open for applications March 10, 2025 | 9am (PST).
Overview of the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF)
PAEPF was created to support small nonprofit performing arts organizations with revenues under $2 million, in hiring and retaining employees. The Fund reimburses a portion of payroll costs on a quarterly basis. The program’s goal is to restore resilience and build sustainability in the sector through an investment in creative jobs.
Who is eligible?
California nonprofit 501(c)3 performing arts organizations and Model C fiscally sponsored performing arts organizations are eligible, if their average adjusted gross revenues over the last 3 years are $2 million or less. A fiscal sponsor that meets the eligibility requirements can apply for both their own organization and for any eligible organization that it fiscally sponsors. If an organization fiscally sponsors more than one eligible organization it can submit applications for each potentially eligible organization.
Find Out More & Apply
Learn about eligibility requirements, view a webinar recording, and learn more about how you can prepare for the grant when it opens.
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| Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF) is funded by the State of California and administered by the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA). Eligibility criteria apply. |
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Deadline Extended to apply for LA Region
Small Business and Worker Relief Funds!
The LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds provide direct financial support to businesses, nonprofits, and workers impacted by the Windstorm and Wildfires of January 2025. These funds are intended for immediate relief today while the County and City of Los Angeles, along with federal, state, local, and community partners, plan for the long-term economic recovery and resiliency of those impacted. Deadline has been extended through March 12, 2025 | 5PM (PST).
For Small Businesses and Nonprofits:
The LA Region Small Business Relief Fund provides direct relief through cash assistance grants to small businesses and nonprofits who incurred structural loss, structural damage, equipment/inventory loss, or revenue loss because of the disaster.
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For Workers:
The LA Region Worker Relief Fund provides direct relief through cash assistance grants to workers who lost employment or income because of the disaster. |
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The Art of Fire Fighting by Anne-Elizabeth Sobieski at Fire Station 104. LA County Civic Art Collection. |
Wildfire Impact Reporting
The LA County Dept of Arts and Culture is working in partnership with the National Coalition for Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response (NCAPER) to understand the full scope of the impact of the winds and wildfires on our arts and culture community. If you are an individual artist, cultural or creative worker, or performing group, or represent an arts organization or cultural institution, who has been impacted, we encourage you to respond to this Rapid Impact Assessment survey.
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Please note:
- This survey is separate from and does not replace registering with FEMA. If you have been impacted, register with FEMA as soon as you can.
- Please forward this survey to colleagues and friends, so that we can get a more complete picture of the impact.
- If you receive this survey from multiple sources, you only need to complete it once.
- Visit our Wildlife Recovery Resources page for additional resources and updates.
Findings from this survey will be made available on our Wildfire Impact Reporting page to support policymaking, planning, and advocacy for the arts during this difficult time. Individual responses and personal information will never be shared publicly. Only aggregate findings will be published.
Choose the survey that best reflects your role:
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For AIP, CIAG, and OGP Grant Project Staff
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Photo courtesy of EngAGE. |
Don't Forget to Take Advantage of Your P.D. Scholarship Benefits & Share with your Coworkers
We offer scholarships (up to $750 each) to cover registration costs for professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops for Organizational Grant Program (OGP), Arts Internship Program (AIP), and the arts programming and administration staff of Community Impact Arts Grant (CIAG) grantee organizations. Your organization must be a current grantee in good standing in order to participate in the scholarship program.
Eligibility:
Visit the Professional Development page page for full details on how to apply for a scholarship, as well as eligibility requirements, which include:
- Participating staff must meet the eligibility requirements defined by organizational budget size.
- Benefits include up to 5 classes at The Nonprofit Partnership (TNP), up to 5 classes at the Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM) and up to 5 scholarships (maximum $750 each) to be used for other PD opportunities, per organization every grant year.
- As a reminder, municipal grantees are not eligible to enroll in nonprofit trainings.
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Finance 101
Thursday, March 20 | 9AM - 3PM (PST)
(Virtual)
In this course, we will explore the unique financial challenges faced by nonprofit organizations and delve into the strategies and best practices required to build financial resilience. Through a combination of interactive lessons, practical exercises, and discussions, you will gain a deep understanding of key concepts, tools, and techniques that will enable you to make informed financial decisions and effectively contribute to the financial sustainability of your organization. |
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Grant Writing Certificate Program
Thursday, April 3, 10 &17 | 9AM - 3PM (PST)
(Virtual)
Join us for our three-session Grant Writing Certificate Program to expand your knowledge and develop the skills needed to prepare a successful grant proposal. This program series is filled with “how-to” instruction and exercises that will help you through the process. Whether you are new to grant writing, or want to improve your skills, this program series is for you!
Come with a program/proposal idea in mind: Participants of this series will be expected to complete outside coursework each week, as they work on their specific proposals. |
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Mindful Workspaces: Cultivating Care and Resilience in Nonprofits
Thursday, March 20 | 9AM - 12PM (PST)
(Virtual)
This seminar explores practical strategies for cultivating care, addressing burnout, and fostering a culture of resilience within nonprofit organizations. Through guided reflection, peer discussions, and actionable exercises, participants will learn how to maintain sustainable, mission-driven work while navigating uncertainty. |
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Essentials for Effective Supervision
Thursday, April 9 & 23 | 9AM - 12PM (PST)
(Virtual)
Supervising people presents challenges as well as opportunities for growth. This seminar is designed for both new and experienced nonprofit supervisors and those who have had no formal training for their role. In this class, you’ll sharpen your skills to better plan and prioritize, communicate with and motivate your staff, and network and learn from other supervisors. Come away with new approaches for working with your team to best accomplish your goals. |
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LA Culture Net
LA Skyline by Susan Logoreci at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. |
The Arts and Culture Virtual Bulletin Board
An organizational representative should be subscribed to LA Culture Net (LACN) to receive PD and other announcements from the field that are not included in our Newsletter.
In order to spare your inbox, moving forward we will post opportunities for professional development conferences and trainings as well as external funding opportunities on LA Culture Net.
To sign up:
- Visit LA Culture Net list serve webpage: https://groups.io/g/laculturenet
- Sign up for an account.
- Once you receive a confirmation email for your account from https://groups.io/groups, you’re set to subscribe to the laculturenet group.
- Note: It may take a few days to approve your subscription to the group.
- You will receive a confirmation email with a reminder that events, grants, and professional development opportunities from outside entities will be shared there moving forward as well as a note on how to sign up.
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