Important Fiscal Information

• Grant funds are unrestricted and may be used for any kind of relief.
• This funding opportunity does not require a match.
• Applicants must complete a W9 with data reflecting the appropriate individual/entity for tax purposes.  Please consult with your accountant or a tax advisor to determine if the grant is taxable income in your specific situation.  See Page 4 in this link.
• Funding cannot be administered through a fiscal sponsor or through a non-profit.
• If an artist has established their artistic practice as an LLC or other business entity and the artist is the sole owner/proprietor of the business then the artist may choose to enter their business entity into an agreement with the COA.
• The Connecticut Office of the Arts will award 120 grants in the amount of $500.  Due to limited funds and an anticipated high volume of applications, grantees will be randomly selected from the pool of eligible applicants. 
• Funding period:  April 20, 2020 through September 30, 2020.
• Grantees do not have any formal reporting requirements.