FINANCIAL LITERACY SEMINAR SERIES
2/03/10, 2/17/10, 2/24/10, 3/03/10
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
FEBRUARY 3: GRANT WRITING 101 FOR ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS, with
Joyce Clarke
DESCRIPTION: This workshop will cover the basic elements of grant
proposal writing, including: Who to ask (discover resources for finding
potential donors); How to ask (grant writing basics—making sure you
give the grantor what they require); What to ask for (understanding how
your mission matches the goals of the grantor); What to do before and
after you write the grant; and, Insights into building lasting
partnerships for your organization, not just finding one-time donors.
FEBRUARY 17: BANKRUPTCY 101 FOR ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS, with J.
Scott Bovitz, Esq.
DESCRIPTION: This workshop will cover the bankruptcy framework, address
the risks involved, provide an overview of what happens to intellectual
property rights in bankruptcy, and discuss how to avoid filing
bankruptcy. This workshop will provide valuable information for artists
and arts organizations in these economically challenging times.
FEBRUARY 24: ESTABLISHING AN ARTS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, with Adrienne
N. Newsom, Esq.
DESCRIPTION: Learn what it takes to start your own nonprofit focused on
the arts. Topics covered: articles of incorporation; Form 1023
application for 501c3 tax exempt status; running the nonprofit including
practical tips and pitfalls to avoid; applying for funding from
individuals, foundations and corporate sponsors.
MARCH 3: PROMOTING YOUR ART THROUGH NEW MEDIA, with Richard Tucci
DESCRIPTION: Join us for this exciting workshop which will include a
general overview of the internet landscape and techniques to boost your
internet presence. The second half of the workshop will focus on
optimizing content, and identifying subject matter and storytelling
techniques to attract viewers and become a video sensation.
ADMISSION: General Admission: $20 each seminar or all 4 for the
discounted price of $60! Members of CLA, Santa Monica Residents and
Co-sponsors: $10 each seminar or all 4 for the discounted price of $30!
Senior Citizens & Students: $5 each seminar or all 4 for only $15!
REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, or email us (please include
your contact info and specify the workshop date(s)) at:
clasocaled@aol.com
These workshops were made possible, in part, by a grant from the City of
Los Angeles, Department of Cultural Affairs. Additional support provided
by the California Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission,
and the California Community Foundation.
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