FUTURE FOCUS FUNDING

Overview of the FUTURE FOCUS FUNDING program:

The Rozsa Foundation Grants Program provides financial support to registered charitable arts organizations in Alberta, focusing on initiatives that strengthen their operational capacity, promote innovation, and enhance their long-term sustainability. The foundation emphasizes funding projects that support strategic planning, governance improvements, leadership development, and collaborations with other sectors. The program also encourages organizations to explore new business models, expand audience engagement, and adopt innovative practices to adapt to a rapidly changing arts landscape. Eligible projects can include activities like market research, digital transformation, leadership training, board development, feasibility studies, and community engagement initiatives. The program is tailored to Alberta-based arts organizations aiming to build organizational resilience while maximizing their creative impact. The Rozsa Foundation prioritizes funding organizations that demonstrate clear, measurable outcomes and a commitment to sustainability and capacity building. By investing in strategic initiatives, the foundation seeks to bolster Alberta's arts ecosystem and contribute to the growth of the cultural sector.

Benefits of the FUTURE FOCUS FUNDING program:

• Financial support for capacity-building projects, including leadership development and operational improvements.
• Encouragement of innovative business models and strategic planning.
• Support for collaborative initiatives between arts organizations and other sectors.
• Increased organizational resilience and sustainability for arts organizations in Alberta.
• Contributions to the growth and vibrancy of Alberta's arts ecosystem.

Eligibility criteria of the FUTURE FOCUS FUNDING program:

• Be a registered charity based in Alberta, Canada.
• Operate within the arts and culture sector.
• Propose a project focused on capacity building, business sustainability, leadership development, or innovation.
• Demonstrate clear, measurable outcomes for the proposed initiative.
• Provide evidence of the organization's commitment to advancing the arts and creating positive community impact.