June 19
Facilitated by The Framework
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
When eligibility is no longer enough, innovation becomes crucial when applying for competitive grant funding. Join us for an interactive panel where local multidisciplinary creatives will speak and present on grant writing best practices, share real-life case studies and offer strategies for handling rejection.
The panel will conclude with an audience participation segment, during which a select number of attendees can briefly share their proposed projects. Then, together, we will brainstorm suitable grants and actionable next steps. Email create@theframework.ca to submit by June 12 a short description of your project for live feedback.
The Framework | @theframework.ca
A polymathic agency that centers creative storytelling through grant writing, publicity and strategic partnerships.
Kingsley Swim | @kingslxy
Kingsley Swim is a community connector, independent curator, and the driving force behind her agency, The Framework. Her efforts encompass collaborating with multidisciplinary artists, collectives and art service organizations through forward-thinking program development, grant proposal composition, and event production. She remains active behind the scenes, bringing fresh ideas to several art, culture and funding committees across Canada. In 2023, she was selected as a Keychange Innovator, engaging in professional development, networking and travel throughout Europe. To date, Kingsley has secured seven figures in public funding to support and empower Canadian-based creatives and artist-centred initiatives.
Amanda Lowe-Warnakulasuriya | @mandaa_lowe
Born in Sri Lanka, raised on Prince Edward Island, and based in Ottawa, ON - Amanda Lowe Warnakulasuriya is a queer multidisciplinary artist, educator, and community resource builder. She provides professional development, community engagement, and advocacy support for underserved communities - helping them gain equitable access to opportunities, ressources, and funding. Currently, she is a Program Officer at Canada Council for the Arts, co-chair of Girls+ Rock Ottawa, and board member of Mirror Mountain Film Festival. Amanda’s work is rooted in equity, community care, and love.
Adrienne Row-Smith | @adriennersphoto
Adrienne Row-Smith, a photographer and videographer based in Ottawa and works to feature diversity behind and in front of the camera. Featured in the Narwhal, Monkey Goose Magazine, CBC News, and "To Be Continued: Troubling the Queer Archive," she explores identity and community. As if that isn't enough, Adrienne is also the co-owner of the art space known as the Grove located in so-called Ottawa.
Lonely Boy | @lonelyboyxxo
Lonely Boy is an emerging artist out of Canada’s capital who effortlessly combines a unique, sultry and nostalgic R&B sound with a variation of soul and pop influences. The crooner has shared stages with award-winning artists Backxwash and Haviah Mighty, and has adorned listeners with his powerhouse vocals at Pride Montreal, Sofar Sounds Ottawa, Pieces of Us and Waveland Toronto. Upon releasing his 3-part EP series ‘LONELY PPL’, Lonely Boy has received international love from Amazon Music, BBC Radio 1 + 1Xtra, and The Blues Project.
The City of Ottawa Equity & Inclusion Fund is covering a portion of this event.
This workshop is located at “The Gift Shop” in ByWard Market (#9-13).
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