Technology Grant Guidelines

**The Technology grant application is available via this link.

This grant program will be used to assist organizations in updating and creating technological improvements. Grants may be requested for web development, equipment purchase, and new software. The following guidelines apply in addition to the NDCA's general guidelines, rules, and regulations.

Grant Amount

• Maximum grant award: $600.00.

Deadline

• Grants should be submitted at least four (4) weeks prior to the date funds are needed.
• Funds are available on a first come, first served basis beginning July 1, 2009. Limited funds are available for this fiscal year.

Purpose of Program

• To provide matching funds to nonprofit arts organizations to purchase/upgrade their computer equipment and software.
• To assist the nonprofit art sector in keeping pace with national, regional, and state online grant requirements.
• To better serve rural communities and underserved groups with access to up-to-date information and technology.
• To assist nonprofit arts organizations in developing accessible websites and provide the public with timely information regarding their programs.

Eligibility

• Must be a nonprofit arts organization registered with the ND Secretary of State.
• Must provide at least 1/2 of the total expense of the project (may include 25% of the match as in-kind for equipment/software expenses only).
• Any equipment purchased must be accessible to anyone working on the organization’s behalf, and will remain the property of the organization itself.
• Organizations currently receiving funding from other NDCA grant programs are eligible to apply.

Examples of Supported Projects

• Purchase of computer related equipment and/or software.
• Assistance from a recognized website developer to create an organizational website, or to enhance their current website. ADA compliant websites are recommended.
• Initial installation of internet connection, but may not be used for ongoing monthly payments.

Computer training/classes will only be eligible through the NDCA Professional Development grant and may not be requested through the Technology grant program.

**The Technology grant application is available via this link.

Assistance

For assistance with this grant program, contact the Jan Webb at (701) 328-7592 or jwebb@nd.gov.