Overview

The Alberta Dance Alliance (ADA) is pleased to announce the relaunch of the ADA Mini-Conference Grant, aimed at supporting the vibrant dance community across Alberta. This grant, with an allocation of up to $4000 per individual or organization, is designed to help host mini-conferences which align with the mandate and goals of Alberta Dance Alliance. With no fixed deadlines, applications for this grant are accepted throughout the year; however, applicants are encouraged to submit their proposals at least three months before their proposed conference date. The Fund will provide financial support based on a call for proposals opening once a year. Priority is given to innovations in movement arts, equity-seeking communities, and traditional dance arts. Jurors from the Alberta arts community evaluate the program. We invite dancers, choreographers, educators, and organizations from all corners of Alberta’s dance community to explore the ADA Mini-Conference Grant’s possibilities. Together, let’s continue to cultivate and elevate the art of dance across our province.

Vision

The Alberta Dance Alliance Mini Conference Grant for Movement Arts was established to give greater prominence to Dance and Movement Culture in the development of individuals and organizations, strengthen national and international cultural cooperation, and provide assistance for artistic and cultural activities.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be:

-Members of the Alberta Dance Alliance

-Alberta resident

-applicants can be individuals or organizations

-demonstrate the community’s need

-demonstrate the capacity to complete the event

-diverse sources of matching funding

-supports national and or international cultural exchange

-one grant per year to any one applicant.

Application Submission Guidelines (worth $4,000)

All applicants must submit a comprehensive conference project proposal in PDF format. Your proposal should be well-organized and clearly address each of the following sections in the order listed:

1. Title of the Project
   • Provide a clear and concise title that encapsulates the theme and purpose of your conference.
2. Contributors
   • List all key team members and collaborators involved in the project, along with their roles and relevant expertise.
3. Description of the Project
   • Offer an overview of your conference project. Include the objectives, key topics, and the intended audience.
4. Scope/Desired Outcome
   • Detail the anticipated outcomes of your project. Explain how the conference will impact participants, advance knowledge or practice, and contribute to broader organizational goals.
5. Timeline
   • Provide a realistic timeline for your project, including major milestones from planning through post-conference evaluation.
   • NOTE: Make sure you submit your application at least 6 weeks before the project start date.
6. Budget
   • Present a detailed budget outlining both expenses and anticipated revenues. Ensure all costs are justified and revenue sources (e.g., sponsorships, registration fees) are clearly identified.
   • Include a description of how the grant money you’ve requested (up to $4,000) from ADA will help you complete your project.
7. Conclusion
   • Summarize the importance of your project, its expected impact, and why it merits the mini conference grant.

Submission Instructions:

• Prepare your complete conference project proposal following the above sequence.
• Save your document as a PDF.
• Ensure that your file is clearly named (e.g., “YourProjectTitle_YourName_ConferenceProposal.pdf”) and attached to your application.
• Log into your membership account > go to forms > go to ADA mini-conference grant application > upload your project proposal and enter your personal details.

This grant provides up to $4,000 in funding to support innovative conference projects. Please ensure your proposal is thorough and adheres to the abovementioned guidelines. Please contact the ADA support team at info@abdancealliance.ab.ca if you have any questions or need further clarification.