Public Calls: Paid Opportunities
There are no current panelist opportunities.
Please refer to the chart below for information on other upcoming calls.
Grants for Organizations
This fall, the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) is facilitating a public-led editing process for our largest grant program, Grants for Organizations (GFO), which provides operating support to more than 300 organizations annually. While the GFO program went through a major revision about 5 years ago, this revision will refine the application, rubric, and panel review process to align with MSAC’s goals of equity in the grantmaking. If you are interested in contributing, we encourage you to apply.
MSAC relies on a wide array of experts from across the state to do the important work of evaluating and revising our programs. Editors are selected with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location (applicants must be Maryland residents), and expertise in the disciplines supported by the GFO program.
What does an editor do?
- Participate in three virtual meetings in late September, late October, and mid-November. All meetings will last approximately two hours and take place during regular business hours
- Work independently between meetings to review documents, research, and other materials
- Receive $400 for their time
Who are we looking for?
- GFO grantee team members (e.g., staff, board members, volunteers, etc.) from organizations of varying budget sizes and artistic disciplines
- Individuals who have served as a GFO panelist in the past 5 years
- Independent artists, arts administrators, fundraisers, arts enthusiasts, and students interested in the grantmaking process
- Individuals representing the geographic diversity of Maryland, especially those from the Western, Southern, and Eastern Shore regions
- Individuals whose schedules allow for daytime and evening availability as needed
How do I apply to be an editor?
Submit an application via SmartSimple by clicking the Apply Now button below, registering as an Independent Artist, and following these steps:
- Under Funding Opportunities, select "Public Call"
- Under the “Funding Opportunities” tab, select "Public Call" from the dropdown options
- Select "Program Editor" from the dropdown options
- Select "Grants for Organizations" from the grant program dropdown menu
- Click "Save Draft" to populate the application
- Complete the application by clicking “Submit”
Applications due by Thursday, August 15, at 11:59 p.m.
For additional questions, contact Arts Services Program Directors Laura Weiss at laura.weiss@maryland.gov or Emily Sollenberger at emily.sollenberger@maryland.gov.
There are no current judge opportunities.