On March 14th, the MANIFEST team presented MANIFEST Workshop: Artistic Funding – A Crash Course, catering to visual artists eager to enhance their grant proposal writing skills.

The workshop was designed to provide the artists in MANIFEST with the tools and strategies necessary to write successful grant proposals. Through various presentations and interactive exercises, participants delved into various funding opportunities, discussed grant writing techniques, and explored budgeting strategies.

Stefanie Thomas Gilbert-Roberts and Laura Werup, representing CUMEDIAE and Khora, started the session by guiding participants through exploring funding sources and engaging in discussions and activities to analyse statistics and understand the critical role funding plays in artists’ endeavours. A pivotal aspect highlighted during the workshop was the significance of understanding the agendas behind funding opportunities and crafting clear narratives that align with funders’ objectives.

The workshop aimed to equip the artists with practical tools and insights to navigate the grant writing process effectively, empowering them to secure funding for their artistic endeavours and contribute to the cultural landscape. The consortium plans to continue offering workshops and resources to support artists in their professional development and grant-writing efforts. Stay tuned for future events and opportunities!