Unlocking Cultural Funding Panel Discussion and Workshop

Are you a creative looking for funding to bring your artistic vision to life? Join us for an engaging panel discussion and interactive workshop designed to help you navigate the world of cultural grants. Gain insights from experts, hear success stories, and learn how to craft a winning grant application. Whether you’re an independent artist, part of a cultural organization, or a creative entrepreneur, this event is your chance to unlock new funding opportunities and elevate your projects.

Following the panel discussion, you will work with advisors to create a competitive grant application. Be sure to bring your laptop.

• Breaking Down the Application: Step-by-step walkthrough of grant guidelines
• Budgeting for Success: How to create a compelling and realistic project budget
• Writing a Strong Narrative: Tips on articulating your artistic vision and community impact
• Resource Sharing: Access to templates, sample proposals, and additional funding sources

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The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request - including translation and interpretation services. For assistance, please contact the Economic Development Department at 512-974-7819. The City receives and accepts Video Relay Service (VRS) calls from people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing through Relay Texas 7-1-1.

Economic Development Department

5202 E. Ben White Blvd., Suite 400 - Bluebonnet Training Room

Meet the panel moderator

Ryan Runcie, Runcie Studios

Ryan is a studio artist, muralist, and public art administrator based in Austin, Texas, frequently traveling for art creation and engagement. My work, rooted in a quest for understanding, aims to spark a cultural shift in self-perception and empathy. Growing up as a biracial, first-generation American with Jamaican parents in small-town Texas, I use my art to blur racial and ethnic lines, inviting others to reflect and connect on a deeper level