The StART Partnership Program provides support and up to $60,000 in funding for large-scale projects that support the program’s mission to revitalize and engage communities through mural, street, and graffiti art. StART values projects that are aligned with broader neighbourhood revitalization efforts and target areas of graffiti vandalism and is interested in partnering on projects that:
Proposals will be reviewed by a Selection Committee including external art jurors and StART subject matter experts, and assessed on the following criteria:
For projects that are recommended for funding, the external advisory committee will determine which ones get produced in 2022 based on how well developed the community consultation and engagement sessions are outlined and planned. Projects that require a longer runway to effectively produce and deliver thorough consultation and engagement with the community will be recommended for production in 2023. Remember that the Partnership Program is intended for projects that work with a community.
To apply to the StART Partnership Program, please download, read and complete the following application requirements: