Learn valuable proposal writing skills and hear insider tips on how to apply to the James Irvine Foundation’s Creative Connections Fund.

Co-sponsored by the Community Foundation Serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties and Riverside Arts Council.

Thanks to sponsorship from the James Irvine Foundation, this program is offered FREE OF CHARGE, and all attendees will receive a free copy of The Foundation Center's Guide to Winning Proposals and The Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing.

Part One: Learn about the basics of writing a proposal

Topics covered will include:

• The key components of a proposal to a foundation or corporation
• How to package your proposal
• Steps to take if a proposal is turned down

Part Two: How to Apply to The James Irvine Foundation’s Creative Connections Fund

A program officer from the James Irvine Foundation will provide an overview of the goals and priorities of the Creative Connections Fund, advice on avoiding common mistakes, and how to make the most compelling case for support. Irvine staff will also be able to answer questions applicants might have about applying to the Creative Connections Fund.

Arts organizations with annual revenue over $100,000 are eligible to apply to Irvine’s Creative Connections Fund. Organizations located in all areas of California may apply. Please see the Irvine web site for more details and to confirm your organization’s eligibility: www.irvine.org/artsfund

Part Three: Learn about the basics of budgeting for a proposal

Topics covered will include:

• What kinds of expenses are covered under “personnel”?
• How do you determine an overall amount that is neither too high nor too low in relation to what you expect to accomplish?
• What kinds of expenses should be included on the “overhead” line?