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2022-2023 GRANT AGREEMENT FOR
Sage Creek High School Dance Department
This agreement, is made on the _____ day of ______________________________, 20___ , by Sage
Creek High School Dance Department (ORGANIZATION), hereinafter referred to as “Grantee,” and the
CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as “City” (the “Agreement.”) City,
as Grantor, agrees to provide Grantee the Grant funds awarded to Grantee during the 2022-2023
Community Arts Grants Program in an amount not to exceed three thousand three hundred seventy-
five dollars ($3,375) (“Grant.”) The purpose of the Grant is to provide funds to Grantee for the project
outlined in the Agreement Scope (“Agreement Scope”).
Project Title: Artist in Residency Program with Mojalet Dance Collective's Faith Jensen-Ismay
The grant provided herein is comprised of public funds. Therefore, to ensure that the public funds are
used for a public purpose, in accordance with the law, the City and Grantee hereby agree to the following
terms.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF GRANT
1. TERM.
The term of this Agreement shall mean the period commencing on the execution date of this Agreement
and expiring on September 30, 2023. The term of this Agreement may be extended by mutual written
agreement of the parties. The parties will prepare a written amendment indicating the effective date and
length of extended Agreement.
2. USE OF COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS PROCEEDS.
a. Grant funds are to be disbursed as outlined in this Agreement in consideration of and on
condition that the sum be expended in carrying out the purpose as set forth in the Agreement
Scope and under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Grantee agrees to
assume any obligation to furnish any additional funds that may be necessary to complete the
Agreement Scope.
b. In accordance with the Agreement Scope and the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community Arts Grants
Guidelines, all grant funds are eligible to be used from January 3, 2023 through August 31,
2023. Any extension of fund use must be requested in writing at least 30 days prior to the end of
the original agreement or sooner to allow time for written amendment and approval in writing
by City. Extension of Community Arts Grants 2022-2023 funds may render that organization
ineligible to apply for or receive additional funds as part of the subsequent Community Arts
Grants 2022-2023 cycle.
c. All costs accrued for services and/or supplies prior to the execution of Agreement are not
eligible for funding or reimbursement through the use of Grant proceeds.
d. Eligible and ineligible costs include, but are not limited to, items detailed in the Fiscal Year
2022-23 Community Arts Grants Guidelines, in the section titled Eligible and Ineligible Costs,
attached hereto as Exhibit A.
3. CONDITIONS OF FUNDING AND DISBURSEMENT.
City shall have no obligation to provide the Grant proceeds or to make any subsequent disbursement of
Grant proceeds, and may seek reimbursement of Grant proceeds, if any of the following requirements are
not fully satisfied:
a. Grantee shall use grant funds to implement the Agreement Scope, including using the Grant
funds to only cover expenditures for programs and services incurred during the Agreement
Scope dates and under the terms and conditions of this Grant Agreement.
b. Grantee shall certify that the Agreement Scope is within Carlsbad city limits or that the
Grantee’s main address is within Carlsbad city limits, as specified in the Fiscal Year
2022-23 Community Arts Grants Guidelines.
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c. Grantee shall complete all work in accordance with Agreement Scope, as reasonably soon as
possible, but in no case later than thirty (30) calendar days, Grantee shall notify the City of
events or proposed changes that could affect the Agreement Scope.
d. The Grantee shall be responsible for the performance of the work, as set forth herein, and for
the preparation of reports required by this Agreement.
e. Before Grantee makes any material changes to the Agreement Scope, Grantee will inform City
Staff in writing within ten (10) working days of the decision to implement said change. City may
request documentation to support the change, and Grantee agrees to submit to the City, in
writing, the proposal requesting modifications to the Agreement Scope. Grantee shall make no
material changes to the Agreement Scope unless and until City formally approves the Grantee’s
request in writing.
f. Grantee shall acknowledge the City’s Grant consistent with the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community
Arts Grants Guidelines, attached hereto as Exhibit A.
g. Grantee shall provide full and timely information to the City to update staff on programs and
include naming the City in any publications and/or social media, whether in digital or print
format, as opportunities arise.
h. Grantee shall retain all records and supporting documentation, including expenditure receipts,
applicable to the Agreement Scope and this Agreement for a period of three (3) years, and make
all records and supporting documentation readily available, upon request, for inspection and/or
audit by representatives of the City.
4. EVENT/PROGRAM PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.
Grantee has the option to supply event and/or program information including the date, location, time,
admission, parking and related details for inclusion in Cultural Arts’ communications such as e-newsletter,
emails and website. At its discretion, the Cultural Arts Office will provide support in distributing the
information through the city’s established channels of communication. If grantee wishes to participate,
the grantee needs to submit the information to the Cultural Arts Office at least sixty (60) days prior to the
event or program.
Please initial box to opt-in to promotional opportunities
5. RETURN OF GRANT FUNDS. If City determines that Grantee has failed to comply with the terms and conditions of this Grant
Agreement without prior written approval by the City, then, upon demand by the City, Grantee agrees
to return to the City the amount requested by the City, up to and including an amount equivalent to the
full Grant award. Failure of the Grantee to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall not be the
cause for return of Grant funds if, in the judgment of the City, such failure was due to no fault of the
Grantee. In such case, any amount required to settle, at minimum cost, any irrevocable obligations
properly incurred shall be eligible to be paid by Grant funds. However, if, due to a local health order,
Grantee is unable to complete all events or requirements of the Scope of Work, Grantee may be
required to return up to the full amount of the award or a prorated amount based on the percentage of
the work completed.
6. REQUIRED REPORTS.
Failure to complete the following reports may render the recipient ineligible to receive the full and final
payment of the Grant award.
a. Submit a Revised Project Form, as required per the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community Arts
Grants Guidelines, attached hereto as Exhibit A, within thirty (30) days of Grant award
notification.
b. Submit a Final Report including all required attachments by completing the designated form to
the City (30) calendar days after the Agreement Scope end date or, September 30, 2023,
whichever is earlier.
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Grantees in noncompliance with the above reporting requirements agree to return some or all
of the initial Grant payment if requested by the City. Additionally, if Grantee is found to be in
noncompliance, Grantee agrees that for the year immediately following a determination of
noncompliance, Grantee shall be ineligible to receive any new grants from the City.
7. DISBURSEMENT OF GRANT FUNDS.
The Grant amount to be provided to the grantee, under this Agreement, may be disbursed as follows:
a. First payment of 80 percent of Grant will be disbursed upon approval of Revised Project Form as
applicable, and receipt of fully executed contract.
b. Final payment of 20 percent of Grant will be disbursed upon receipt of Final Report and
approval by Library & Cultural Arts Director or designee.
c. Any payment of a Grant amount in excess of the final Project costs shall be returned to the City
within sixty (60) days of completion of the Agreement Scope or the Project end date, whichever
is earliest.
8. PROJECT CANCELLATION.
a. If a Grantee wishes to cancel a Project at any time, Grantee shall notify the City in writing within
fifteen (15) calendar days of the decision to cancel and Grantee, at the time it provides the City
with notice of cancellation, shall return all Grant funds to the City.
b. In the event an approved Agreement Scope cannot be completed for any reason, and if Grant
funds were disbursed to Grantee, Grantee agrees to return all Grant funds to the City forthwith.
9. PROJECT MODIFICATION OR TERMINATION.
a. Grantee may unilaterally rescind this Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the
Project, or prior to first disbursement of funds. After Project commencement, as outlined in the
Agreement Scope, or disbursement of Grant funds, this Agreement may be rescinded, modified
or amended only by mutual agreement, in writing, of both the City and Grantee.
b. Any changes, whether planned or unanticipated, to funded projects due to a local health order
(including, but not limited to, state or local health orders and social distancing measures) must
be submitted to City at least seven (7) calendar days before implementation of the change.
Proposed modifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and the City's Cultural Arts
Manager or designee will notify Grantee in writing whether the proposed changes are
approved. Any project changes must continue to adhere to the City’s Fiscal Year 2022-23
Community Arts Grants Guidelines provided with the original executed agreement.
10. LOSS OF GRANT.
At the discretion of the City, the following actions may result in a loss of all or in part of any Grant amount
allocated to the Grantee:
a. A Grantee fails to enter into a signed Agreement with the City within thirty (30) calendar days
of receipt of the Agreement.
b. Activities associated with Grantee occur that do not align with activities described in the
Agreement Scope, including, but not limited to, reduction in services, significant alteration of
Agreement Scope elements, such as performers, artists or attendees, or significant changes in
budget income, expenses or line-item designations from Grantee’s budget, included in the
Agreement Scope.
c. A Grantee withdraws or terminates the Agreement Scope.
d. A Grantee fails to complete the Agreement Scope and/or fails to submit all required reports
and/or documentation before September 30, 2023.
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11. COVENANT AGAINST DISCRIMINATION.
Grantee will comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting
discrimination and harassment. Grantee agrees that neither it nor its agents shall discriminate against
any clients, prospective clients, employees, prospective employees, contractors, or prospective
contractors on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or familial status.
12. NOTICES.
a. The names and addresses of the persons who are authorized to give written notices to receive
written notice on behalf of City and on behalf of Grantee under this Agreement.
b. Each party will notify the other immediately of any changes of address that would require any
notice or delivery to be directed to another address.
For Grantee: For City:
Sage Creek High School Dance Department City of Carlsbad
Attn: Sarah Eichler Cultural Arts Manager Richard Schultz
1802 McKee St., #C10 1775 Dove Lane San Diego, CA 92110 Carlsbad, CA 92011
sarah.eichler@carlsbadusd.net richard.schultz@carlsbadca.gov
13. INDEMNIFICATION.
Grantee hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold free and harmless the City, its officers, officials,
employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, costs (including but not
limited to attorney's fees) and liabilities of any kind arising directly or indirectly out of, or related in any
way whatsoever to the provision of Grant proceeds.
14. NO PARTNERSHIP OR JOINT VENTURE.
The relationship between City and Grantee is solely that of Grantor and Grantee. Under no circumstances
shall City and Grantee be deemed to be partners or involved in a joint venture.
15. MODIFICATIONS.
This Agreement may not be modified or amended except by written document executed by a duly
authorized representative of both the City and the Grantee.
16. GOVERNING LAW.
This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with and be governed by the laws of the State of
California. Venue, in the event of a dispute, shall be in the North San Diego County Superior Court.
17. SEVERABILITY.
In the event that any provision or clause of this Agreement conflicts with applicable law, such conflict shall
not affect other provisions of this Agreement, which can be given effect without the conflicting provision.
To this end, the provisions of this Agreement are declared to be severable.
18. DRAFTING AMBIGUITIES.
Grantee understands that it is aware that it has the right to be advised by counsel with respect to the
negotiations, terms and conditions of this Agreement, and that the decision of whether or not to seek
advice of counsel with respect to this Agreement is a decision which is the sole responsibility of Grantee.
This Agreement shall not be construed in favor of or against either Party by reason of the extent to which
either Party participated in the drafting of this Agreement
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19. SIGNING AUTHORITY.
The representative for each Party signing on behalf of a corporation, partnership, joint venture or
governmental entity hereby declares that authority has been obtained to sign on behalf of the
corporation, partnership, joint venture, or entity and agrees to hold the other Party or Parties hereto
harmless if it is later determined that such authority does not exist.
GRANTEE CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation of
the State of California
*By: By:
(1st signature here) SUZANNE SMITHSON
Library & Cultural Arts Director
As authorized by the City Manager
ERIC DILL, Assistant Superintendent
(Print name/Title)
eric.dill@carlsbadusd.net (Email address) ATTEST:
(Date)
**By:
(2nd signature here)
For SHERRY FREISINGER
City Clerk
JESSE SCHUVEILLER, Principal
(Print name/Title)
jesse.schuveiller@carlsbadusd.net
(Email address)
(Date)
If required by City, proper notary acknowledgment of execution by contractor must be attached. If a
Corporation, Agreement must be signed by one corporate officer from each of the following two groups.
*Group A. **Group B.
Chairman, Secretary,
President, or Assistant Secretary,
Vice-President CFO or Assistant Treasurer
Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under
corporate seal empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
For CINDIE K. McMAHON, City Attorney
By:
Deputy / Assistant City Attorney
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EXHIBIT “A”
SCOPE OF GRANT
Itemized list of what Grantee will complete to satisfy grant funding.
Items which may be included in this section:
Required
1. Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community Arts Grants Guidelines
2. Completed Community Arts Grants 2022-2023 Application
3. Guidelines for Funding Acknowledgement
4. Educational Institutions / Art in Schools – Arts Commission Meeting Minutes dated 11/03/2022
Optional, As Needed
5. Community Arts Grants 2022-2023 – Project Budget Information
6. Community Arts Grants 2022-2023 – Revised Project Form
7. Community Arts Grants 2022-2023 – Revised Project Budget Information
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FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS GUIDELINES
The City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office serves to encourage, develop and facilitate an enriched environment of artistic, creative and
cultural activity in the City of Carlsbad and the North San Diego County region. The Cultural Arts Office manages funding programs to
provide financial support to organizations, schools and individuals for various projects through a competitive application and review
process. These projects benefit the community through an array of activities for schools, artists and organizations. The Community
Arts Grants program was identified for continued and increasing support by the Carlsbad City Council through the 2018 Arts &
Culture Master Plan.
The City of Carlsbad’s Community Arts Grants program supports quality arts and cultural programming that promotes the
representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals, including and not limited to people of differing abilities, class,
generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations or veteran status.
Our mission supports the following values:
•Provide inclusive opportunities for arts & culture experiences for Carlsbad students and residents; reducing/eliminating
barriers for participation;
•Provide arts education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages;
•Support local and regional arts organizations as an important component of the economy and quality of life in Carlsbad and
North San Diego County;
•Support arts education in schools and through affiliated organizations;
•Develop and support organizational strength and capacity of Carlsbad arts organizations;
•Encourage new and emerging artists, arts organizations and programs in Carlsbad;
•Celebrate Carlsbad as an exciting, vibrant and creative destination for residents and visitors alike, and;
•Acknowledge indigenous land and cultural awareness in the Carlsbad community.
The updated Fiscal Year 2022-23 guidelines reflect national grantmaking trends and best practices and supports
funding for artists and arts organizations in Carlsbad and surrounding areas. Updates have were approved by the City
of Carlsbad’s Arts Commission on January 6, 2022; the timeline has been adjusted based on staff capacity.
•Total funding available for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 cycle is $117,128
•All projects must be completed by August 31, 2023
•All final reports are due within 30 days of the completion of the event or September 30, 2023, whichever comes first
•80% of all awarded funds will be disbursed after agreements are executed; the final 20% once the final report and budget
are submitted and approved
WELCOME
FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 OVERVIEW
Important dates for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 grant cycle application are as follows:
Applications open: Monday, August 29, 2022
Applications due: Friday, October 7, 2022
Arts Commission Funding Plan review & approval: Thursday, November 3, 2022
Project/Activity period begins Tuesday, January 3, 2023
All projects must be completed by Thursday, August 31, 2023
Applications will be submitted online at www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants
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• Grantees are asked to remain vigilant and informed of current community health and safety requirements, including
mandated protocols as outlined by state, county, local or other governmental bodies at all times. Failure to do so may
result in cancellation of the agreement and grant funds.
• All organizations, including fiscal agents and school-affiliated groups, must be determined to be not-for-profit, tax-exempt
organizations by either the Internal Revenue Service or the California State Franchise Tax Board and must have a complete
Statement of Information with the California Secretary of State. The Statement of Information must be filed within the
first 90 days of filing the Articles of Incorporation, after which a Statement of Information is due every two years
(every odd year or every even year based on year of initial registration).
o Applicants will be required to provide a Federal Employer Identification Number (or Federal Tax ID #), assigned by
the Internal Revenue Service. No other form of verification will be accepted. The City of Carlsbad will
use GuideStar’s Charity Check to verify status.
o Organizations must have a tax-exempt status from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code and must qualify as a charitable organization under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of
1986 as amended.
o Educational Institutions are not required to obtain this status and are still eligible to apply.
• If projects include partnerships, only one application may be submitted for that project involving all parties;
o If a school would like to partner with an arts organization or artist, all partnerships must include a signed letter of
agreement between the two parties, and;
o the school must act as the applying party.
• Appendix 1 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Appendix 2 – Ineligible Organizations and Activities
Project / Activity is structured by classification of each organization, then according to available categories. Applicants may only
apply to one category per grant cycle:
• Arts Organizations (including Fiscal Agents of Organizations or Individual Artists)
o Capacity Building - $5,000 maximum award per year
o Arts Projects - $5,000 maximum award per year
• Emerging Arts Organizations (NEW) - $5,000 maximum award
• Emerging Artists (NEW) - $5,000 maximum award
• Educational Institutions and Affiliated Groups
o Arts in Schools - $2,500 maximum award
HEALTH AND SAFETY CERTIFICATION
ELIGIBILITY
GUIDELINES APPENDICES
FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 FUNDING CATEGORIES
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• Arts Organizations must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations established for at least three (3) years as of January
1, 2023.
• Applicants may only submit one application per funding cycle and cannot apply to multiple categories.
• Arts Organizations with an established minimum five (5) year Community Arts Grants arts project award history may apply
for a two (2) year arts project funding opportunity.
• Organizations awarded two (2) year arts project grants must wait until year three (3) to apply again for arts grants funding.
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS – CAPACITY BUILDING
• Capacity Building grants have a maximum award of $5,000
• Capacity Building grants are designed to help an arts organization improve its effectiveness, strengthen organizational
and/or financial stability, increase community impact and effectively support the nonprofit’s mission
• Capacity Building grants will only be awarded to organizations based in Carlsbad
• The applicant/organization must also be focused all or in part on how the Capacity Building project will benefit the City of
Carlsbad; the number of anticipated residents served will need to be indicated in your funding application
• Capacity Building Grants cannot be used for projects that fall under the Arts Project category. Examples of potential
projects that cannot be funded include, but are not limited to:
o Marketing support for changes in programming
o Staff training and/or technology to transition to virtual programming
o Professional development for staff and board members
o Opportunities for peer learning, networking or leadership development
o Creating or re-examining organizational plans
o Initiating collaboration with other nonprofits
o Developing new sources for earned income
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS – ARTS PROJECTS
• Arts Projects grants have a maximum award of $5,000.
• Arts Projects will be defined as programs, activities and events that are primarily designed to be arts focused. These projects
may be presented in person or virtually if health mandates are in place.
• Virtual events may be permitted to replace programs or projects that normally would have been held in-person in Carlsbad,
pending current community health and safety requirements and following staff review and approval.
• Arts Project grants cannot be used for general operating support; awards must be used for specific art project support.
• Arts Organizations with an established minimum five (5) year Community Arts Grants Arts Project award history may apply
for a two (2) year arts project funding opportunity.
o The two (2) year Arts Project grants are available for more established arts organizations that receive Community
Arts Grants funding for projects that have been consistently similar year after year.
o A final report and budget will still be required after the completion of the two (2) year arts project and must
include a final budget for final payment.
• Organizations awarded two (2) year arts project grants must wait until year three (3) to apply again for arts grants funding.
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
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o Visual Arts that utilizes sustainable or recycled materials
• Any partnership between an individual, educational institution or organization must include a letter of agreement from
the partnering entities.
PROJECTS THROUGH FISCAL AGENT
• Individuals or organizations in the process of applying for non-profit status may apply through a fiscal agent.
• Fiscal agents will be responsible for receiving awarded funds and dispersing them with a service fee no more than 10% of
the amount awarded to the applicant.
• Organizations that act as fiscal agents are still eligible to apply for a Community Arts Grants on their own.
• Individual artists receiving funding through a fiscal agent must be 18 years of age on or before the application due date.
ARTS ORGANIZATIONS – EMERGING (NEW)
• Emerging Arts Organizations - $5,000 maximum award.
• Funding Opportunity for One (1) Year Grants only.
• Arts Organization must be based in Carlsbad.
• Grants for smaller non-profit organizations that are relatively new to the non-profit community.
• Must have a non-profit 501(c)(3) status of three (3) years or less.
o If 501(c)(3) status has not yet been attained, please provide proof of acting in alignment with the IRS definition
of a non-profit; possessing a nonprofit established mission, an advisory committee or a board of directors, and a
history of activities directly related to the purpose of eligibility to attain a non-profit status.
o Additionally, emerging arts organizations aspiring to a non-profit status must apply through a fiscal agent.
o Fiscal agents will be responsible for receiving awarded funds and dispersing them with a service fee no more than
10% of the amount awarded to the applicant.
• Projects must take place in Carlsbad, be accessible to the public and benefit the community of Carlsbad.
• Projects must be representative of at least one of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression.
o Dance.
o Original music composition/lyrics.
o Literacy/Spoken word/poetry.
EMERGING ARTISTS (NEW)
• Emerging Artists - $5,000 maximum award.
• Funding Opportunity for One (1) Year Grants only.
• This program will support artists, 18 years of age and older, at key moments in their careers, elevating their potential for
continued contribution to the arts.
• Artists with less than three (3) years of professional experience in their artistic field and preferably working with a mentor.
• Artists must be based in Carlsbad and artists must apply through a fiscal agent.
• Artists must obtain three (3) letters of support to be included in the application; these support letters will be considered by
grant panelists when scoring applications.
• Intended to support those artists who show significant potential, yet are under-recognized and can include those having:
o Specialized training in the arts.
o Experience in a peer-reviewed gallery or performance space and/or received media reviews.
o Committed to devoting more time to artistic activity, which will be assessed by staff on a case-by-case basis.
• Projects must take place in Carlsbad, be accessible to the public and benefit the community of Carlsbad.
• Projects must be representative of at least one of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression.
o Dance.
o Original music composition/lyrics.
o Spoken word/poetry.
o Visual Arts that utilize sustainable or recycled materials.
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Requests are only available to non-profit schools or school-affiliated groups in Carlsbad.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND AFFILIATED GROUPS – ARTS IN SCHOOLS
• Arts in Schools grants - $2,500 maximum award
• Project / Activity Opportunity for One (1) Year Grants only Arts in Schools will be defined as programs, activities and events that are primarily designed to be arts focused.
• Projects may be presented virtually or in person ONLY if all health and safety requirements (including COVID-19 mandates
and restrictions as outlined by state, county, local or other governmental bodies) are met.
• Virtual events may be permitted to replace programs or projects that normally would have been held in-person in
Carlsbad, pending current community health and safety requirements and following staff review and approval.
• There is no limit to requests by school or district. Consideration will be given to projects of differing disciplines when
housed at the same school.
• No in school project funded through the Community Arts Grant may involve a full-time hourly or salaried employee in the
school district in which they will be leading activities, performances or projects but may utilize teaching artists that are
employed by any district.
o Out of school programs may utilize teaching artists that are employed by any district.
• All partnerships must include a signed letter of agreement from the partnering entities.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND AFFILIATED GROUPS - ARTS IN SCHOOLS
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Jan. 3, 2023 Projects/activities period opens
Aug. 31, 2023 Projects/activities period closes
Sept. 30, 2023 All FY 2022-23 Final Reports are due. Grantees complete a Final Report within 30 days of
program end date or by September 30, 2023, whichever comes first.
Aug. 29, 2022 FY 2022-23 Application Opens: application link will be available at
www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants
Sept. 6, 2022 Applicant Workshop @ Dove Library, Gowland Meeting Room: information at
www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants
Sept. 7, 2022 Applicant Workshop @ Cole Library, Community Room: information at
www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants
Oct. 7, 2022 Application Deadline: applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m.
Oct. 14-24, 2022 Submitted materials are reviewed and scored by a peer panel consisting of local and regional
artists and arts professionals
Nov. 3, 2022 Funding plan presented to Arts Commission for review and approval
Nov. 7 - Dec. 16, 2022 Begin notifications/DocuSign agreements process (any applicant that receives less than 50% of
requested amount will be required to complete a Revised Project Form)
Dec. 30, 2022 Deadline for DocuSign agreement completion; First payments disbursed within 30 days
APPLICANT INFORMATION
FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
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Application information and links will be available on the Community Arts Grants www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants , including tutorials
for the online Cultural Arts application portal. Additionally, the following resources will be available for applicants in the 2022-23
cycle. New applicants are highly encouraged to attend:
• Applicant Workshops (virtual or in-person) will include a general overview of the grant process, application, and procedures.
• New/First-time applicants are encouraged to attend at least one (1) one workshop.
• General one-on-one appointments – applicants may be able to schedule a 30-minute appointment with grant program staff
to answer questions about the process, application, or other topics. These appointments will be dependent on staff
capacity and availability and applicants are required to have attended at least one applicant workshop prior to the
appointment. To schedule a one-on-one appointment, please call the Community Arts Grants office at 442-339-5982.
• Application review appointments – applicants may request applications be reviewed by Cultural Arts staff for general
feedback as staff time allows. These appointments will be available on a limited basis and not all requests will be fulfilled.
All appointments must be made no later than Sept 28, 2022. Staff is available for brief consultation by phone until
application period closes. To schedule an appointment, please visit the Community Arts Grants.
www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants.
o Please note that staff will review applications for effective and impactful delivery of information, as well as to ensure
completeness and clarity of information provided. Staff will not be providing feedback on content, programming, or
other project details.
Submitted applications are reviewed and scored by a virtual peer panel consisting of local and regional artists and arts professionals.
The panelists will create a funding plan for review and final approval by the Carlsbad Arts Commission.
SCORING RUBRIC FOR ALL CATEGORIES (EXCEPT EMERGING ARTISTS)
Application scores will be based on the following criteria, which are aligned with the Community Arts Grants mission. Panelists will
be asked to undertake the following scoring recommendations and directives:
• Panelists will score applications on how closely the project(s) achieve the goals of each category.
• Panelists may be asked to convene together to discuss the merits of an application.
• Award amounts are determined via a formula that takes into consideration the total amount of available funds, the average
scores of the applicants and the percentage of the requested award amount to be funded, based on those scores.
Scoring of applications will be on the following criteria, with a maximum score of 50. The provided examples are for informational
purposes only and are not meant to be exhaustive:
• Quality of Program(s) (10 points)
o Reinforce accessible artistic and cultural opportunities and experiences for Carlsbad residents.
o Provide arts education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages.
• Community Impact (30 points)
o Celebrate and promote Carlsbad as an exciting, vibrant, and creative destination for our community, students,
as well as visitors and tourists throughout the world.
o Support local and regional arts and cultural organizations as an important component of the economy and quality
of life in Carlsbad and North San Diego County.
o Accessibility of program for participants and audience members, including economic limitations under the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
o Encouragement of programs that promotes the representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals,
including and not limited to people of differing abilities, class, generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities,
religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations, and veteran status.
• Management Capability (10 points)
o Support and develop the strength of Carlsbad arts organizations.
APPLICANT WORKSHOPS AND ONE-ON-ONE APPOINTMENTS
PANEL REVIEW AND SCORING OF APPLICATIONS
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o Encourage new & emerging arts programs and organizations in Carlsbad
SCORING RUBRIC FOR EMERGING ARTISTS CATEGORY
Scoring of applications will be on the following criteria, with a maximum score of 50. The provided examples are for information
purposes only and are not meant to be exhaustive:
• Quality of Program(s) (10 points)
o Reinforce accessible artistic and cultural opportunities and experiences for Carlsbad residents
o Provide arts education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages.
• Community Impact (30 points)
o Celebrate and promote Carlsbad as an exciting, vibrant, and creative community destination for our community
and students, as well as visitors and tourists throughout the world.
o Support local and regional arts and cultural organizations as an important component of the economy and quality
of life in Carlsbad and North San Diego County.
o Accessibility of program for participants and audience members, including coverage under the Americans with
Disabilities Act and economic considerations.
o Encouragement of programs that promotes the representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals,
including and not limited to people of differing abilities, class, generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities,
religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations, and veteran status.
• Three (3) Letters of Support (10 points)
o Three (3) letters of support will be reviewed by panelists and should include:
The context of the relationship with the artist.
potential for success, and;
why the artist should be recommended for funding
OTHER REVIEW AND SCORING INFORMATION
• Cultural Arts Office staff will review applications after the deadline
• Applications deemed eligible will be forwarded to scoring panelists and reviewed within the context of the project or
program as outlined in the application.
• Incomplete applications, or applications with incorrect information, will be deemed ineligible.
AGREEMENT
All approved applications will need to enter into an agreement with the City of Carlsbad. The City of Carlsbad uses DocuSign for all
grant agreements and signature forms. Projects cannot commence until the DocuSign agreement has been completed. Failure to
return signed agreement within this timeline may affect the current cycle award, or future application eligibility. See Appendix 4 for
a sample Community Arts Grants 2022-23 agreement.
All agreements must be signed by two (2) officers listed on the organization’s Statement of Information filed with the California
Secretary of State. These are officers who are authorized to enter into legally binding agreements on behalf of your organization (i.e.
CEO, CFO, Secretary). Further documentation of signature authorization will be requested if the most recent Statement of
Information has not been filed.
Agreements for Emerging Artists, Individuals or Arts Organizations applying through a fiscal agent must be signed by two (2) officers
listed on the fiscal agent organization’s Statement of Information filed with the California Secretary of State. These are officers who
are authorized to enter into legally binding agreements on behalf of yourself or your organization (i.e. CEO, CFO, Secretary). Further
documentation of signature authorization will be requested if the most recent Statement of Information has not been filed.
GRANTEE REQUIREMENTS DURING PROJECT FUNDING PERIOD
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Educational Institutions will need a completed Signature Verification Form to be completed by the school site principal and school
district representative (i.e. Assistant Superintendent) in addition to the DocuSign agreements. School-Affiliated Groups (i.e. school
booster groups) will require the same signature requirements as non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations.
All approved organization signatories will receive an agreement packet, which will include instructions and agreement language.
All agreements must be signed and submitted per instructions within 30 days of receipt.
Any applicant that has received funds during a previous funding cycle will not receive their FY 2022-23 Community Arts Grants
agreement until the previous agreement requirements are completed and approved by staff.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Grant recipients are required to maintain three (3) years of accounts, records and evidence pertaining to costs incurred and
revenues acquired under the respective grant program. Grantees should be able to provide upon request:
• Accurate, current, and complete disclosure of revenue and expenses for the project.
• Records that adequately identify the sources and application of funds for grant sponsored activities.
• Accounting records supported by source documentation – invoices, receipts, bank statements, etc.
• All awardees must provide documents within 30 days of receipt or of request. This includes, but is not limited to,
agreements, revised project forms, final reports, and financial accounting.
PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
• Grant recipients must acknowledge the Cultural Arts Office for its support of the project in printed, electronic and/or
broadcast promotions.
• The following acknowledgment along with a City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts logo must appear on all printed and electronic
materials: “This program is funded in part by the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office.” This logo and guidelines for
acknowledgment are available on the Community Arts Grants www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants or upon request.
• Grantees who fail to provide public acknowledgment may be denied future project funding.
PROMOTION BY CITY
• Grantees are required to keep the Cultural Arts Office informed of all program dates and times.
• If grantee wishes to participate in promotion through approved city channels, they may opt-in as part of the agreement. All
participation in promotion through city’s social media channels as well as other outlets, is subject to review, editing and
approval by staff prior to promotion.
• Grantees are encouraged and expected to:
o Give notifications and invitations to the Cultural Arts Office in order to extend them to the Carlsbad Arts
Commission at least two weeks in advance of program.
o Extensively promote funded events and projects.
FINAL REPORTS, SITE VISITS AND PROGRAM ATTENDANCE
The Cultural Arts Office staff may monitor grant projects during the course of the grant cycle, including potential site visits. The
reports of these visits will be included in grant application files and may provide a basis for evaluation of future requests.
Grantees will have an option to replace digitally submitted final reports with in-person site visits and/or interviews. Pending any health and safety mandates and protocols as outlined by state, county, local or other governmental bodies, these site
visits/ interviews may be conducted by Cultural Arts staff and/or Arts Commissioner(s), as available, and appropriate to the to
each grant. Grantees may still opt to submit on-line final reports in consultation with staff. In all cases, grantees will still be
required to submit final budget forms digitally for staff review and approval.
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If a grantee chooses to submit an in-person final report, all requests require prior staff consultation and approval. All final
reports are due within 30 days of the completion of the event or September 30, 2023, whichever comes first, in order to
receive the final payment of award. Excessively late submission of a final report may result in action taken per agreement.
Cultural Arts Office staff are always available to assist applicants. Please contact the Cultural Arts Office at arts@carlsbadca.gov or
by phone at 442-339-2090, for one on one appointments please call 442-339-5982.
• Once submitted, applications may be moved into a different category at the discretion of Cultural Arts staff.
Notification will be made to the applicant.
• The City of Carlsbad reserves the right to limit funding amounts to any applicant, regardless of eligibility or panel score,
based on fiscal year limitations.
• Cultural Arts Office staff actively review and evaluate all aspects of the funding program and process. Updates may occur
throughout the funding calendar. Cultural Arts staff will provide information on program updates, to all grantees when they
are implemented.
• Any significant changes or amendments by grantee to approved projects must be submitted in writing to the Cultural Arts
Office by the grantee before any grant funds are used, and before the execution of any altered activity. This includes, but is
not limited to, changes in purpose, scope, services, target audiences, intended timeline, personnel, location, date, activities
or budget. This requirement will be included in the agreement.
• The Cultural Arts Office reserves the right to review, cancel or reallocate project funds that have been significantly altered or
shifted from stated goals in the original approved application and/or revised project form. Cancelled funds must be
returned to the Cultural Arts Office within 30 days of notification.
• No two entities (organization or school/affiliated groups) may apply for funding for the same project.
• Applicants may only apply to one category per funding cycle.
CARLSBAD ARTS COMMISSION MEETINGS:
Carlsbad Arts Commission meetings are public and held the first Thursday of every month throughout the year. For more
information about the duties of the Carlsbad Arts Commission and its meetings, visit www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/meetings-
agendas/boards-commissions/arts-commission
ASSISTANCE
POLICIES
OTHER INFORMATION
OTHER INFORMATION
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All applications must be submitted online. The application is comprised of approximately five main sections, some of which include
long-answer sections and attachments. The application is available at www.carlsbadca.gov/artsgrants .
1. Organization Information.
2. Project Information and Narrative.
3. Project Support Information.
4. Budget (a sample budget form is included as Appendix 3).
5. Signatory Information.
• Are there any organizations that are ineligible to receive Community Arts Grant funding?
o Yes. For-profit organizations are ineligible to receive funding through the Community Arts Grants program. This
includes for-profit schools and businesses.
• Can I apply to more than one category?
o Unlike previous grant cycles, artists and organizations may only apply to ONE category per fiscal year grant cycle.
• What projects are eligible for the “Emerging” categories?
o Projects must be representative of at least one of the following mediums/forms of artistic expression.
Dance.
Original music composition / lyrics.
Literature / Spoken word / poetry.
Visual Arts using sustainable or recycled materials.
• What is the new two (2) year grant opportunity for arts projects and what are the eligibility requirements?
o Arts Organizations with an established minimum five (5) year Community Arts Grants arts project award history
may apply for a two (2) year arts project funding opportunity.
o This opportunity is not applicable for the Educational Institutions and Affiliated Groups category for this fiscal year
2022-23 cycle.
• What is an example of the new two (2) year grant opportunity?
o For example, Organization A has been a Community Arts Grants arts project award recipient for five (5) continuous
years. Each year, Organization A has been awarded $5,000 to fund a theatrical performance in a Carlsbad venue,
but only the production and dates change year to year. If Organization A applies for (and is awarded) a two (2) year
arts project funding grant. Organization A will receive $5,000 for year one, then another $5,000 for year two. The
year two award will be distributed after the completion of the year one progress report.
o A final report and budget will still be required after the completion of the two (2) year arts project and this report
(including final budget) will be required for final payment.
o Organizations awarded two (2) year arts project grants must wait until year three (3) to apply again for arts grants
funding.
• What is an “Emerging Artist?”
o Artists who are at key early moments in their careers, elevating their capacity for continued contribution to the
arts and are committed to devoting more time to artistic activity, when possible, financially.
o Artists who self-identify as emerging and show significant potential as an artist but are under-recognized.
• Is there an age limit for the Emerging Artists category?
o Yes. Artists must be 18 years of age on or before application deadline.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATION
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by school or district. Consideration will be given to projects of differing disciplines when housed at the same school..
• Do applicants for the Emerging Artists category need a fiscal agent?
o Yes. Emerging Artists must apply through a fiscal agent. If the applicant does not have one, staff may assist the
applicant with finding a local established 501(c)(3) that is willing to partner with the artist.
• What arts organizations qualify to apply in the Emerging Arts Organization category?
o Arts Organization must be based in Carlsbad
o Must have a non-profit 501(c)(3) status of three (3) years or less;
o If 501(c)(3) status has not yet been attained, please provide proof of acting in alignment with the IRS definition of
a non-profit; possessing a nonprofit established mission, an advisory committee or a board of directors, and a
history of activities directly related to the purpose of eligibility to attain a non-profit status.
o Additionally, emerging arts organizations aspiring to a non-profit status must apply through a fiscal agent
• Is attendance required for the workshops and information sessions?
o Although these workshops are not required, it is highly recommended and encouraged for new applicants and
those applying in the “Emerging” categories. It is an opportunity for staff to guide and assist applicants who
are new to the Community Arts Grants program.
• How are final awards decided?
o All award amount decisions consider the total amount of funding available, scores from panelists
and the request from the applying entity. After panelist scoring, panelists will create a funding plan
based on these factors, which is forwarded to the Arts Commission for final approval.
• Can one school site apply for multiple Educational Institutions (or Arts in Schools) awards?
o Yes. While there is no limit to applications from one school site, consideration will be given to projects of
differing disciplines when housed at the same school.
The City of Carlsbad will NOT award Community Arts Grants to:
• For-profit organizations, schools, and businesses.
• Organizations and/or affiliates that are directly or indirectly participating in, or intervening in, any political campaign on
behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office.
• Governmental agencies or public authorities.
• Applicants that have a “delinquent” status with the Community Arts Grants funding programs.
• Retroactive funding for completed activities.
• Religious and/or sectarian programming or any programming and/or services that are solely for the promotion of, or
consumption by a specific religious order and/or sect.
• Cash reserves or endowments of any kind. Awards are to be expended within the designated funding period.
• Capital expenditures, including construction, renovation or purchase of real property.
• Purchases or repairs of arts-specific equipment with the capability of extended use over several years are permitted.
Proposals requesting funds for such expenses must be discussed with Cultural Arts staff.
• Applications that do not support non-profit, public art activities or projects that benefit a for-profit business or activity.
• Projects through a fiscal sponsor that benefit the sponsoring organization or are an extension of the sponsoring
organization’s programs or services.
• Support groups and/or non-profit organizations supporting city departments or facilities.
• General operating costs, including costs associated with the start-up of a new organization.
• Applications to reduce existing deficits.
APPENDIX 2: INELIGIBLE ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
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Funding may NOT be used for:
• Fundraising expenses.
• Consultants who are members of an applicant’s staff or board.
• Political campaigns or lobbying activities.
• Payments to students.
• Endowments or endowment campaigns.
• Scholarships, fellowships, or tuition assistance.
• Costs incurred before the start of the funded project or outside the funding period.
• Any and all in-person activities outside the City of Carlsbad limits.
• Entry fees for competitions or sponsorship fees.
• Pageants, fund-raising events, or hospitality costs.
• Private foundations or other re-granting organizations.
• Religious or doctrinal purposes, although faith-based organizations may apply for program support.
• Publication of manuscripts or compositions not created as part of a grant-supported project.
• Purchase of monetary awards, cash prizes, contributions, or donations.
• Professional development for staff and board members.
• Scholarly or academic research, tuition and activities which generate academic credit or formal study toward an academic
or professional degree.
• Creation of textbooks.
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Sarah Eichler Sage Creek High School Dance Department
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Affiliated Groups 1
Artist in Residency Program with Mojalet Dance
Collective's Faith Jensen-Ismay
Fiscal Year 2022-23: Educational Institutions
or Affiliated Groups
Sage Creek High School Dance Department
Sarah Eichler
3900 Bobcat Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92010
sarah.eichler@carlsbadusd.net
O: 760-331-6705
Sarah Eichler
1802 McKee St.
C10
San Diego, CA 92110
sarah.eichler@carlsbadusd.net
O: 858-254-9337
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Sarah Eichler Sage Creek High School Dance Department
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Application Form
Application Verification
Application Type Verification:*
This application is for Educational Institutions or Affiliated Groups applying for an Arts Project category. If
you are looking for other funding opportunities, please click on the "Apply" button in the blue bar on the top
of this screen.
Applicants may only submit one application per category per funding cycle.
I am applying to the Educational Institutions or Affiliated Groups category
Guidelines & Eligibility Review Confirmation:*
Please be sure to review the Community Arts Grants Guidelines and eligibility requirements prior to submitting a
grant application. A summary of the eligibility requirements is also provided on the application homepage.
I have reviewed the Community Arts Grants Guidelines and eligibility requirements
All applicants that wish to collaborate with others to complete this grant application may use the
"collaborator" button on the top right section of this page (instructions below.):
Collaborator feature
Video Tutorial (2 minutes long)
Written Tutorial
*If applicable, please note that some data from the applying organization's GuideStar profile may be pre-
populated (copied) into the corresponding GuideStar questions on this application form. You may do so by clicking
on the "Copy GuideStar" profile button on the top right section of this page (next to the "Collaborator" button) and
selecting what you would like to pre-populate. Note that you will have the ability to edit your pre-populated
information.
Organization Information
Past Funding*
Has your organization received funding from the City of Carlsbad's Community Arts Grants program in the past?
Yes
Educational Institution or Affiliated Group Name (i.e. Carlsbad Elementary,
Carlsbad Booster Club):*
Sage Creek High School, Dance Department
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Organization website URL:*
https://schsdance.weebly.com/
Organization Mission Statement:
Please provide your organization's mission statement. If you have a GuideStar profile, you may copy and paste
your organization's GuideStar mission statement or provide another version here.
The Sage Creek Dance Department is committed to helping students grow as both dancers and individuals by
providing a unique and highly personalized method of learning, creating a nurturing environment, and
encouraging creativity. Students learn about the artistry of dance through observation, creation, and
performance; how the body functions biomechanically and for expression; respect for all collaborators
including guest artists, teachers, and peers for their unique contribution to the field. We are a non-
competitive, fully-inclusive program with a range of abilities that challenges our students to be visionaries in
creating works of art and becoming well-rounded dancers and individuals.
Past Funding Report Requirements
Current Grantee Requirements:*
If you are a returning grantee from the previous grant cycle, please confirm that you understand that a final report
and final budget for your organization must be submitted prior to entering a new grant agreement with the City of
Carlsbad. A final report and final budget must be submitted (30) calendar days after the project end date.
Alternatively, if you cannot meet this requirement, we will accept a project status update via email explaining the
status of your project, estimated project end date and any other project details you would like to share with us.
I understand that should my organization receive funding for this grant cycle, my organization will fulfill all
reporting requirements from the previous cycle prior to my organization entering a new agreement with the City
of Carlsbad.
Yes
Project Information and Narrative
Project Name:*
Please provide us with the name of the arts project.
Artist in Residency Program with Mojalet Dance Collective's Faith Jensen-Ismay
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Project Summary:*
Please provide us with a brief summary of your project.
This program provides weekly training in Modern dance taught by Faith Jensen-Ismay of Mojalet Dance.
Lessons include: Modern techniques; learning choreography from seminal works and discussing their
significance; and collaboratively adding to the choreography process through movement explorations such as
improvisation and choreographic tasks. Faith would like the piece she chooses to be responsive to the
students' interests, but is considering a piece that discusses physical and emotional boundaries and how they
affect our lives; she uses headlamps to symbolize what is or is not illuminated as we set boundaries for
ourselves. Students will engage in journaling and discussions around these topics before exploring the
movement they'll learn and create. Their work will be performed at two concerts and during finals week,
another teaching artist will provide master classes for the students. In alignment with the grant, this program
supports a local arts organization in providing their teaching artists' work and compensating them properly.
Further, it encourages my emerging dance program by creating opportunities that attract dancers to the
program and enrich their education. Contingently, our program reinforces accessible arts and cultural
opportunities by connecting students to professional dance teachers and works. Overall, the program
encourages and develops an enriched environment of artistic and cultural activity by synthesizing conceptual
and technical ideas about dance.
Project Start Date:*
Please note that the project start date must be on or after January 3, 2023.
01/23/2023
Project End Date:*
Please note that the project end date must be on or before August 31, 2023.
06/09/2023
Project Details:
Please provide additional details for the project such as additional dates, times and location(s) for all project
events for marketing, communications and/or possible future site visits.
Starting January 23rd, Faith will teach Sage Creek dance students in the dance room every Monday for 10
weeks. For 8 weeks, beginning dancers will rehearse from 1:03-2:14 and intermediate dancers from 2:43-
3:30. For two additional weeks, intermediate and advanced dancers will meet during those times (beginning
dance ends: trimester schedule), focusing on polishing the piece or technique, respectively. They will perform
in the Festival of the Arts at Sage Creek High School on April 6th from 4-7 pm and the Spring Dance Concert at
Sage Creek High School's Performing Arts Center from 7-9:30 pm on May 18th and 19th. Master classes will
be taught on June 9th during both senior-finals periods.
Amount Requested:*
This is the amount your organization is requesting from the City of Carlsbad's Cultural Arts Grants. Please note that
the maximum funding amount request is $2,500 for Educational Institutions or Affiliated Groups.
$2,500.00
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Participants:*
Total number of expected participants for this project (i.e. artists, coordinators, directors, students.)
60
Audience:*
Total number of expected audience attendance for this project.
800
Previous Project Success:
If your organization has completed a similar project, please provide details of the project and why it was
successful.
SC Dance has been lucky to run previous programs with CAG in which students learned Modern techniques
and choreography from San Diego Dance Theater. Students benefitted from this program because Modern
technique is different from the jazz and hip hop styles they are accustomed to studying in studios and which
are the more "popular" styles on television. This variance in their training increases their awareness of the
different modalities of dance and provides a more well-rounded technical approach to movement. Beyond
technique, Modern dance provides a deeper space to explore the energetic, biomechanical abilities of the
body as much of the technique is around incorporating breath, flow, and staying grounded in your body and
mind. This provides a beautiful space for students to more deeply examine their capability to use their breath,
body, and mind to control not only their performance energy but their emotional energy, which are
inextricably linked. Beyond the internal investigation, students also contributed to a collaborative creative
process; many students identified the pride they had in having their own works performed on stage in front
of an audience. One Dance 2 student, Emily, even mentioned that she did not ever think anything she created
would be "good enough to be seen". After this process, students are asked to create choreography on their
own; participating in this process provides them with confidence and tools to help them create excellent
works independently.
Project Distinction:
What makes this project distinctive?
This program is distinctive first because it provides students with a fun yet profound approach to movement
and choreography; students will explore movement in new ways, and those who are returning members of
my program will have another professional artist they are collaborating with in the community. Secondarily,
Faith is committed to teaching the students at a rigorous level and informing them of the lifestyle of a
professional performer; Faith and I are also discussing the possibility of a field trip or company visit, to see
her company perform the work that was the basis of their choreography. Also, as aforementioned, students
will participate in interactive lessons, collaborative processes, and a performance that will push their critical
thinking skills and dance abilities. Lastly, it is distinct in that the piece will incorporate the use of a prop; this
is a novel experience for most of my intermediate dancers and will thereby inspire wonder and curiosity
during the process and innovative products.
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Project Goals:
What are the goals (outputs and/or outcomes) of the project? How will you measure your goals?
Students want to express themselves emotionally, creatively, and physically--to create without boundaries,
talk through the sociopolitical happenings, and move expressively. Faith creates a safe, creative space by
collaborating directly with students and adjusting her classes to the strengths and wants of the students,
allowing for this type of work to blossom. Her responsive work reduces barriers to participation and honors
student voice. This will be measured by student testimonials and journals. Along with the social/emotional
benefits of collaboratively creating choreography, students will learn Modern techniques including floor
work, partnering, and weight sharing; improvisational skills; and choreographic strategies. Improvement in
technical skills will be measured by teacher, peer, and self-assessment both in-the-moment and on
worksheets. At the culmination of the process, the choreography that the students create with Faith will be
presented in our Festival of the Arts performance in April as well as our Spring Dance Concert in May. The
success of the show will be measured by attendance, feedback from the audience, testimonies and reflections
of the students, and the final piece itself. Finally, the master classes by company members broaden exposure
to a new style making them more versatile and also introducing students to professional dancers where they
can share their journeys with interested students.
Target Population:
Who is your target population and why? How will you reach them?
This program will target students enrolled in dance levels 1 through 4, reaching a variety of levels of
experience and ability. Sage Creek hosts 1,400 students from a variety of
backgrounds. Mojalet, too, has a company diverse in race, ethnicity, language, socioeconomic, and sexual
orientation, and their work often focuses on poignant sociopolitical topics with a balance of a professional,
somber and lighthearted tone. In an increasingly multicultural society, it is imperative to teach inclusivity by
acknowledging students’ identities and assigning culturally relevant material. This makes the responsive
nature of Faith's work even more powerful for my students as she is able to target and connect with all
students and guide them in the creation of work around that topic. She begins by teaching fun movement
phrases and treating dance like a game we get to play so students feel especially comfortable and excited
about the process; this helps those more timid students who initially struggle with the requirements of a
performance class. Then, she dives deeper into the hearts of the students, asking what is on their minds and
why it is important to them, providing students with desires to explore those topics with an opportunity to
speak and dance to them. Finally, she guides them in the choreographic and improvisational strategies that
help students unlock those emotions and harness them into movement, targetting those students with
aspirations to continue in the dance field.
Project Partnerships:
If applicable, please provide names and brief descriptions of roles for any partners in this project. This would
include any organizations, artists or individuals involved in your project that are not employed or affiliated with the
applying organization.
Faith Jensen-Ismay has an extensive history as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer; she is a founding
Director of Mojalet (1991) and became Artistic Director in 1997, performing internationally and nationally
across the coasts. Currently, Faith is dance faculty at Mesa College and offers classes. Mojalet Dance Collective
was founded by educators and serves as a platform for established and emerging artists to share their work.
Since the inception of Mojalet, the company works and performs in schools through Young Audiences of San
Diego, educating and inspiring our youth. Mojalet aims to make works accessible with a focus on developing
dancers' craft outside an academic environment.
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Partner Resumes:
If applicable, you may upload any resumes of teaching artists, artists, or any other partners in the proposed project
here. Please consolidate into one PDF if possible. *Feel free to contact the Cultural Arts Office at 442-339-2090 or
email arts@carlsbadca.gov should you need assistance.
Faith Jensen Resume 2022.pdf
Organization Changes/Challenges/Circumstances:
What special circumstances, challenges or changes have affected your organization? What impact has this had on
your organization?
Our dance program typically has classes of mostly freshman to senior girls or gender-non-conforming
students. With many young women spending a lot of time together, often there is conflict and emotional
responses. As the last couple of years have created a lot of uncertainty and anxiety, students sometimes do
not know how to harness these emotions and end up lashing out at others, especially in the room many of
them have identified as their "safe space" on campus. Consistently, students respond well to restorative-
circle-style discussions and movement responses through improvisation to follow. Faith's class structure
echoes this and will facilitate a space for students to better understand, harness, and utilize their energy in
constructive ways.
Furthermore, dance is unique to other disciplines in that our "materials" are other artists and the works they
create on is in the moment.
If this grant application is for a school-based project, please answer the following two questions:
State Standards Support:
How does your arts education project support the California State Content Standards for the Visual and Performing
Arts? *Please refer to the California State Board of Education website for reference.
The Artist in Residence Program with Faith will meet nearly every standard under 1.0 Artistic Perception and
2.0 Creative Expression for Proficient Dancers 9-12.
For Artistic Perception, students will be learning a new technique which is incredibly important to learn, not
only to execute dance with more accuracy but also to gain transferrable skills such as perseverance, critical
thinking, empathy, communication, and more that bolster student interest in class and contribute to their
success in their future endeavors.
For Creative Expression, students will work with a baseline of choreography provided by Faith in the Modern
style, which is a new style for most of my students to explore. After discussing the intent of the piece and how
the movement portrays that, students will contribute their choreographic ideas to the piece and create a
unique second half of the work. This provides students an opportunity to see intentional choreography
provided to them before learning the tools to create their own.
State Standards Description:
Please cite the specific standard numbers, grade level(s) and descriptions as they pertain to your project. Describe
how the curriculum and instruction (if applicable) of the project aligns to each standard. *Please refer to the
California State Board of Education website for reference.
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1.1 Demonstrate refined physical coordination when performing movement phrases (e.g., alignment, agility,
balance, strength)
-Students learn weight sharing, floorwork, and other techniques that require them to utilize their strength,
balance, and coordination.
1.2 Memorize and perform works of dance, demonstrating technical accuracy and consistent artistic intent
-Students will perform a piece that is both technically challenging that also has a message to convey
1.3 Perform in multiple dance genres (e.g., modern, ballet, jazz, tap, traditional/recreational)
-Students typically perform contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop in my shows; this provides a new style of dance
to showcase.
2.1 Create a body of work..demonstrating originality, unity, and clarity of intent
2.4 Perform original works that employ personal artistic intent and communicate effectively
2.5 Perform works by various dance artists communicating the original intent of the work while employing
personal artistic intent and interpretation
2.6 Collaborate with peers in the development of choreography in groups (e.g., duets, trios,
small ensembles).
-Students will address all the 2. standards by co-creating the piece with Faith, beginning with her original
choreography as a start, considering the intent behind the message, and augmenting it with their own
expressive movements.
Budget Information
You may upload budget support information in this section. Please consolidate into one PDF if possible. *Feel free
to contact the Cultural Arts Office at 442-339-2090 or email arts@carlsbadca.gov should you need assistance.
Total Project Budget
$2,500.00
Project Budget Form:*
Download a Community Arts Grants budget form and complete the "Projected" column. Save your completed file
as a PDF and upload your project budget form here. Make sure costs tie in with your project narrative. *Budget
forms may be available upon request or may be available on the Cultural Arts Community Arts Grants webpage;
however you may use any budget form that you wish so long as it contains similar line items. Feel free to contact
the Cultural Arts Office at 442-339-2090 or email arts@carlsbadca.gov should you need assistance.
FY 2022-23 Community Arts Grants Budget Form.pdf
Current School Year Budget Information:
Please upload a current school year budget:
•If you are a teacher, please provide a budget for your program area that includes this project (i.e. Drama
Department budget for the school year)
•If you are an affiliated group (i.e. parent/booster organization), please provide a current school year
budget for your organization
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Sarah Eichler Sage Creek High School Dance Department
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Sage Creek Dance Program Projected Budget.pdf
Letter of Determination (for school affiliated groups):
If you are a first time grant applicant with the City of Carlsbad and applying as a school affiliated group (i.e. school
booster club), please upload your IRS Letter of Determination.
Board Roster:
If you are applying as an affiliated group (i.e. parent/booster organization), please provide a roster of board
members and ensure the document includes names and titles. Alternatively, we will also accept the most recent
board meeting minutes that includes the board roster.
Project Support Information
You may upload support information in this section. *Feel free to contact the Cultural Arts Office at 442-339-2090
or email arts@carlsbadca.gov should you need assistance.
Letter of Support (OPTIONAL):
Please upload a letter of support from any partnering organization(s) and/or schools that are essential to your
project.
Sage Creek Letter.docx
Materials Upload (OPTIONAL, but recommended):
Please upload any marketing materials, images, and/or files that would provide more information about your
project.
Marketing Materials Upload.pdf
Videos Upload (OPTIONAL):
Please provide us with a host website link for all videos relevant to the project.
Videos Upload (OPTIONAL)
If you do not have a URL that hosts your video, you may upload it here.
Video Resources.pdf
Additional Materials:
You may upload any other additional supplemental materials you wish to provide here (i.e. letter of agreement
between artist and school/affiliated group.)
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Organization Signatory Information
If funding is approved for a school, the City of Carlsbad requires two (2) signatures from the Signature Delegation
Form for school grant agreements. This form will be emailed to the school district Assistant Superintendent (or
comparable role) and the school site administrator (i.e. Principal or Vice Principal.) The City of Carlsbad will use
DocuSign for all grant agreements. This DocuSign agreement will be emailed for signatures to the authorized
signature representatives listed above once the City of Carlsbad's Arts Commission approves the funding plan and
funding is approved for a school. *Note: the signor information questions below may be skipped if you are a school
representative (i.e. teacher, principal.)
If you are an affiliated group (i.e. parent/booster organization), please list below the names and organizational
titles of the two (2) officers listed on the Statement of Information filed with the California Secretary of State for
your organization (or listed on the most recent board roster.) These are officers who are authorized to enter into
legally binding agreements on behalf of your organization (i.e. CEO, CFO, Treasurer, Secretary.)
Signor #1 First and Last Name (i.e. Luke Wilson):
Sarah Eichler
Signor #1 Organizational Title (i.e. Secretary):
Director of Dance, Sage Creek High School
Signor #1 Email address:
sarah.eichler@carlsbadusd.net
Signor #2 First and Last Name (i.e. Luke Wilson):
Signor #2 Organizational Title (i.e. Secretary):
Signor #2 Email Address:
Application Submission
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submitting.
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Application Certification:*
I certify that the information contained in this application, including all attachments and support materials, is true
and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Yes
Date of Application Submission:*
10/06/2022
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File Attachment Summary
Applicant File Uploads
• Faith Jensen Resume 2022.pdf
• FY 2022-23 Community Arts Grants Budget Form.pdf
• Sage Creek Dance Program Projected Budget.pdf
• Sage Creek Letter.docx
• Marketing Materials Upload.pdf
• Video Resources.pdf
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Faith Jensen-Ismay
Mojalet Dance Collective
Artistic Director: Faith Jensen-Ismay
Adjunct Dance Faculty, SD Mesa College
Teaching Artist, SD Dance Connection
858 243-1402 www.mojalet.com faith@mojalet.com
Mojalet Dance Collective 1991-present (founded in 1991)
• Executive / Artistic Director – 501c3 established in 2004
• Perform Domestically and Internationally: Switzerland, Germany, France, England
• Director: The Vine Black Box Theater, 2008-present
International Festivals and Produced Performances:
• 2022 –International Fringe Festival, Colchester, England
• 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 - Dance X-Change Zurich
• 2006, 2012, 2016 - Tanzinolten, Switzerland,
• 2006-2014 - Annual Europe Tour Lugano, Olten, Zurich , and Konstanz Germany
• 2001 & 2002 - Mexico / Tijuana, & Mexicali
Local Festivals and Presented Performances:
• 2021 - SD International Fringe Festival – Awarded Outstanding Production
• 2019 - SD Fringe Festival – Awarded Outstanding Production
• 2017- Dumbo Festival, New York - Collaboration w/ Elfi Schaefer- Schafroth/Switzerland
• 2010 - Cal. Center For The Arts Esc. First Wednesday Series
• 2010 - Cal State San Marcos Performance Lecture Series
• 2009, 2010 - SDSU – Music Lecture Series
• 2007, 2008 Bel Air Presbyterian Church – Requiem
• 2006 - Mozart Festival – Lyceum Theater Noontime Concert Series - The Magic Flute,
Requiem
• 2005, 2006, 2007 - Quincy, CA – Studio Gallery
• 2005 - Hartford Ct.- Collaboration with Full Force Dance Co.
• 2003-2008 - Celebrate Dance Festival SD
• 1993 - Kaleidescope Festival, LA
• 1991-2007 – SDSU School of Music and Dance – University Dance Co. Annual production
• 1999-2004 - Six years of Choreographic Works presented for SD Dance Theater Trolley
Dances
Commissioned Choreographic Collaborations
• 2021 - A New Frontier - Collaboration Dr. Stacey Fraser, Cal State San Bernadino
• 2020 - Song of an Up Roar - Collaboration Dr. Stacey Fraser, Cal State San Bernadino
• 2019/20 - Falling – Collaboration Dr. Stacey Fraser, Mathew Rosenblum, LA, Pasadena,
Pittsburg
• 2018 - Einstein on the Beach - Collaboration Dr. Stacey Fraser, Cal State San Bernadino
• 2018 - A Time to Dance - Esc. Chorale and Orchestra, CA. Center For The Arts Escondido
• 2016 - Seven Deadly Sins – Kurt Weill – Collaboration Dr. Stacey Fraser, Cal State San
Bernadino
• 2014 - Maria De Buenos Aires – Cal State San Bernadino
• 2014 - Carmina Burana – Center Chorale – Ca Center for The Arts Esc.
• 2013 - The Vernon Duke Project – Dr. Stacey Fraser, The Vine Theater
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• 2012 - Hansel & Gretel – Dr. Stacey Fraser, Cal State San Bernadino
• 2010 - Seven Unknown Songs / The Kurt Weill Project – Dr. Stacey Fraser, Switzerland , San
Diego
• 2008 - The Bernstein Project, Glendale Choir , Glendale / Alex Theater
• 2008 - St. Johns Passion / Director David Humphrey, Bel Air Presbyterian Church
• 2007 - The Requiem / Director David Humphrey, Bel Air Presbyterian Church
The Jumpitz Corporation 2007-2011
• Choreographer & Live Performance Director
• Choreographed DVD Series and Music videos currently aired on American Forces Network.
HD Network - music/dance videos aired on Nick Jr. Spring 2011.
• Created & Managed live performances for touring domestically and internationally:
Portugal, Spain, Italy, England Netherlands, Germany, Greece, east and west coasts.
Teaching Experience
• Mesa Community College 2011-present
Modern, Ballet, Performance
• Mojalet Dance Collective 1991-present
Eclectic Expression for teens and youth, Modern for Adults
• Arts for Learning /Young Audiences of SD 1989-present
Performance / Lecture Demonstrations & Teaching Artist / 30 years in public schools
• Southwestern Community College 2021 & 2022
Summer Adjunct – Ballet, Guest Choreographer Fall 2022
• Grossmont College 2012
Modern, Faculty Choreography
• San Diego State University 1997-2011
University Dance Company, Modern, Jazz
Outstanding Faculty 2005
• Palomar Community College 1987-2005
Modern, Jazz, Creative Dance, Dance For Children, Rehearsal & Performance
• University of California San Diego 1995-2005
Jazz, Modern, Performance
• Miramar Community College 2006-2007
Jazz & Modern
• San Diego City Community College 2005-2007
Jazz
• Malashock Dance 2006-2007
Modern Dance
• San Diego Dance Theater / Isaacs McCaleb & Dancers 1990-2005
Modern Dance, Summer Workshops
Performing Experience
• Mojalet Dance Collective 1991-present
Artistic Director, Choreographer, Dancer/Performer
• Patricia Sandback & Dancers 1992-present
Dancer/Performer
• Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater 1997-2005
Dancer/Performer/Teaching Artist: Performing works by: Jean Isaacs, Christopher Pilifan,
Kevin Wynn, Mary Anthony, Yolanda Snaith, Jeffery Gerodias, Gabriel Masson, Rui Horta
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• McCaleb Dance 1997-1999
Dancer / Perform work by Nancy McCaleb
• Isaacs McCaleb & Dancers / 3’s Co. 1987-1997
Dancer/Teacher/ perform works by Jean Isaacs, Nancy McCaleb, Betzi Roe
• Jazz Unlimited 1990-1993
Perform work by Melissa Nunn & Patricia Rincon, Joe Goode, Margaret Marshall,
Special Workshops
• Artist- in -Residence, Dance & Movement Workshop 2022 & 1992
• Dance & Movement Instructor 1990, 2005
High Schools Residencies
• San Marcos / multiple years
• Escondido High School / multiple years
• La Costa Canyon High School / multiple years
• San Marino High School / multiple years
• Mission Hills High School / multiple years
• Orange Glen High School / multiple years
• Buena Vista High School / multiple Years
• Fallbrook High Schools / multiple Years
• Valley Center High School / multiple Years
• Rancho Buena Vista High School / multiple years
• CPMA - / Multiple years
• Additional Schools include: El Camino High School, Sweetwater High School, Chula Vista
High School, Meadowbrook Middle School, Del Mar Heights Middle School
Education
• San Diego State University 1985-1988
Dance Major, California Community College Lifetime Credential
• Palomar Community College 1981-9888
AA Degree in Dance
Faith Jensen-Ismay has an extensive history as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. She has
presented her work in Mexico, Switzerland, London, France, and Germany, as well as the East and
West Coast. Her professional performing career began in the 1986-1987 season with Three's
Company and Dancers under the direction of Jean Isaacs, Nancy McCaleb and Betzi Roe Weinberg;
with them she was able to tour domestically and in Europe, Mexico . Faith worked for 3's
Company/ Isaacs McCaleb & Dancers for 11 years, then continued with McCaleb Dance for 1.5
years, and Jean Isaacs' San Diego Dance Theatre until August 2005. While with San Diego Dance
Theatre, she had the opportunity to perform works by Jean Isaacs, Christopher Pilafian, Mary
Anthony, Monica Bill Barnes, Rui Horta, Kevin Wynn, Marco Antonio Silva, Jeffery Gerodias,
Gabriel Masson, Yolanda Snaith, and Patricia Sandback.
As a choreographer, Faith has created work with Mojalet Dance Collective since 1991, The
University Dance Company at SDSU, UCSD Faculty Dance Concert, Palomar, Mesa and Grossmont
College Faculty Concerts, "Beyond Therapy" at The Old Globe Theater, Northern California Dance
Conservatory, The PGK Dance Project, The Jumpitz, and more. Before transferring to SDSU she
received her Associates in the Arts Degree from Palomar Community College where she was
adjunct faculty from 1988 to 2005. She has so served as faculty for the University of California San
Diego 1995-2005, SDSU from 1997-2009, San Diego City College, Mira Mar College, Grossmont
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College currently still teaches at San Diego Mesa College. (2011-present).
She has also had the opportunity to teach for CAPHERD and served as the Artist in Residence in
1992. Additional past teaching includes the Academy of Performing Arts, Isaacs / McCaleb and
Dancers , San Diego Dance Theatre, The La Jolla Playhouse, Arts in Education, and Young
Audiences of San Diego / Arts for learning (1988-present).
Moonlighting from 2007-2011, she served as the choreographer for The Jumpitz - a
performing group offering children's entertainment through stories, songs, and dance. While
working with The Jumpitz, she created choreography for over 30 music videos for DVD's:
several were aired on Nick Jr., Armed Forces Network, HD Network and more. She also split her
time traveling Domestically and Internationally with the group; in 2010 and 2011, she toured as
the Choreographer, and Live Performance Director with AFE Tours presenting performances for
military families in England, Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to perform works by Nancy McCaleb, Patricia
Sandback, Joe Goode, Betzi Roe, Patricia Rincon, Mary Neuru, Ellen Segal, Albert Reed, Jan Justice,
Greg Lizenbury, Shawn Womac, Rich Burrows, Bill De Young, Terri Shipman, Terry Wilson, Terry
Sprague, Katie Stevinson, Allyson Green, Bradley Lundburg, Margaret Marshall, Peter Kalivas,
Albert Reed, and others. Over the past 30 years, her training has been influenced by many great
artists that have done extensive workshops here in San Diego, with special thanks to Riza
Steinburg from the Limon Company, who greatly influenced her work.
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Advertising
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Applicant Cash
CAG Request Amount 2,500
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Subtotal Unearned Income $2500
INCOME TOTALS $2500
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Costumes/Props
Sets
Supplies $350
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work
see above
Subtotal Earned Income $0
Notes $
We can choose to utilize Foundtion or ASB funds earned from
fundraisers and parent donations, if necessary.
Amount requested through Community Arts Grants 2022-23 $2,500
Subtotal Unearned Income $2500
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Master classes taught by other Mojalet dancers during finals week.
20 hours at $84/hour of class instruction and choreography from
Faith Jensen-Ismay
Costuming and props (determined by creative needs during the
process) for approximately 15 dancers for the showcase
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Sage Creek Dance Program Projected Budget
Date: 09/06/22
Club Name: Sage Creek Dance Department
Club Advisor: Sarah Eichler
Previous year ending balance: ____$6,834.57____________
Estimated Income Sales/Expense Items Estimated Expenses
Company donations: $6,000 Fundraisers for the Year:Choreographer/rights: $4,000
Dance thumbdrives x2: $150 Pura Vida Fundraiser: $200 Costumes: $4,000
Ticket sales x2: $3,000 Dine outs: $500 Decorating shows/events: $500
Bobcat Cubs Fundraiser: $300 Hiring photo/videographer: $1,400
Popcorn sales: $3,000 Banquet and team bonding: $800
Silent Auction: $1,000
Club Supplies/Equipment
Team uniforms: $2,500
Team shirts: $1,000
____$14,300____________$14,200______
TOTAL INCOME TOTAL EXPENSE
Carryover for Next Year: ____________$6,934.54_________
Previous Year Balance + Total
Income – Total Expense =
Carryover
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City of Carlsbad Community Arts Grants
1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Dear Community Arts Review and Scoring Panel:
We would like to confirm the commitment of Mojalet Dance Collective to provide
services and support to Carlsbad Unified School District’s Sage Creek High School for
the 2022-2023 school year.
Specifically, Mojalet Dance Collective will collaborate with Sage Creek dance program
faculty to provide access to academic enrichment services to 50+ students through the
Artist-in-Residence program, which will provide rigorous technical training in modern
dance technique and improvisation led by professionals from Mojalet Dance Collective
Teaching Artists. In addition, we will provide choreography for the spring performance
and master classes in other genres if time permits. We will also provide in-kind
services by facilitating attendance at our professional dance concerts.
If requested, Mojalet Dance Collective will also engage in ongoing assessment of
community needs and strengths through participation in planning and assistance in
identification and collection of relevant data.
Thank you for providing this opportunity to collaborate in providing much needed quality
school arts programming.
Please contact me directly with any questions at faith@mojalet.com
Sincerely,
www.mojalet.com Mailing Address : 12252 Buckskin Trail , Poway CA 92064
858 243-1402 Physical Address: 12540 Oaks North Dr, SD CA 92128
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Artistic Director, Mojalet Dance Collective
Marking Materials for
Sage Creek Dance’s Artist in Residence Program with Faith Jensen-Ismay
As this program takes place in the Spring and our Winter Showcase has not yet begun, much
material has not been developed yet.
1.After our photoshoot on October 14th, I will have photographs for the program covers
and posters for our show.
2.The Festival of the Arts planning day is on October 27th after which I will have more
information such as the title and other marketing materials.
Our shows will be The Festival of the Arts at Sage Creek High School’s Academic Mall on April
6th from 4-7pm and The Spring Dance Showcase (title TBD--student chosen after assessing the
pieces in show) on December 1st and 2nd at the Performing Arts Center at Sage Creek High
School from 7-9pm.
All show information will be updated on the “Events” page of our website.
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Video Resources for
Sage Creek Dance’s Artist in Residence Program with Faith Jensen-Ismay
HERE is a video of Mojalet Dance teaching about the dance elements through and interactive
pep rally in an elementary school.
HERE is a video of student summer workshop classes Faith hosted in her home studio.
These videos were found by looking at the “School Assemblies” page on the Mojalet Dance
Collective website.
HERE is a video from last year’s students (2022) participating in the first stage of creation of
their piece they showcased at the Spring show.
Students learning how to lift one another from Mario and encouraging each other.
HERE is a video of Mario teaching a technical phrase to our advanced students during the
spring trimester of 2022 of our program last year that was set on Mario as a professional dancer
in San Diego Dance Theater.
HERE is a video example of Mario’s full technique class (~45 mins) during our residency in
2020 that was interrupted by Covid.
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ARTS COMMISSION
Minutes
Nov. 3, 2022, 6 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER: 6:06 p.m.
Council Chamber
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
ROLL CALL: Chung, Ferone, Barker, Carrillo, George, Miringoff, Nassiri.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes of the regular Arts Commission meeting held Oct. 6, 2022
Motion by Commissioner Nassiri, seconded by Commissioner Ferone, to approve the minutes as
amended. Motion carried unanimously, with Commissioner Barker correcting the title of Polly
Yu from the Carlsbad Sister City Ambassadors, 7 /0/0.
PRESENTATIONS: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Sadry Hedayat expressed her desire to support Iranian American citizens in Carlsbad.
COMMUNITY ARTS GRANTS 2022-23 FUNDING PLAN APPROVAL: Cultural Arts Manager
Richard Schultz explained that the Community Arts Grants approval is broken down into
sections so that any commissioner with a conflict of interest can recuse themselves for that
section, but not the entire vote. Community Arts Coordinator Wendy Sabin Lasker presented
the commission with a brief overview of the timeline and process of the Community Arts Grants
before presenting the funding plan.
Motion by Commissioner Miringoff, seconded by Commissioner Barker, to approve the awards
in the amount of $43,300 in the Educational Institutions category of the Community Arts
Grants, as presented. Motion carried unanimously, 7 /0/0.
Motion by Commissioner Nassiri, seconded by Commissioner Miringoff, to approve t he awards
in the amount of $48,008 in the Arts Projects category of the Community Arts Grants, as
presented. Motion carried unanimously, 7 /0/0.
Motion by Commissioner George, seconded by Commissioner Nassiri, to approve the awards in
the amount of $5,000 in the Capacity Building category of the Community Arts Grants, as
presented. Motion carried unanimously, 7 /0/0.
Motion by Commissioner Nassiri, seconded by Commissioner 13arker, to approve the awards in
the amount of $5,000 in the Emerging Arts Organizations category of the Community Arts
Grants, as presented. Motion carried unanimously, 7 /0/0.
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Motion by Commissioner George, seconded by Commissioner Ferone, to approve the
disbursement of the surplus Community Arts Grants awards in the amount of $15,820, equally
among the 18 Educational Institutions applicants, as presented. Motion carried unanimously,
7/0/0.
CULTURAL ARTS MANAGER REPORT: Mr. Schultz shared the Cannon Gallery's current exhibit
catalog. He informed the commission they will be unable to meet at the regular date and time
in December due to Council Chamber renovations. When an alternative date and time are
identified, a special Arts Commission meeting will be noticed. He also shared that Planning
Department staff had notified him that the Library & Cultural Arts will be presented at the
Growth Management Committee meeting on Nov. 30, 2022, at 5 p.m. The topic of whether the
arts will be a performance standard will be addressed. Staff were asked to come up v.,,ith a
recommendation of how that might be accomplished. The meeting is open to the public.
Finally, Artist Clyde will begin his work on the New Village Arts mural on Nov. 8, 2022. He
encouraged commissioners to stop by, see the art in progress, and chat with the artist.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT: Commissioner Nassiri shared there were
approximately 15 topics of interest the committee considered to move forward as possible
performance standards. She was happy to share that the arts moved forward and would
require a staff presentation, as Mr. Schultz had previously mentioned in his report.
ARTS COMMISSION CHAIR REPORT: Chair Chung shared that she was grateful to everyone
who helped put together the Board and Commission Appreciation event and shared the
highlights of her participation at local arts events.
ARTS COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Commissioners shared the highlights of their participation
at local arts events.
ADJOURNMENT: Chair Chung adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
Daisy Hernandez
Senior Office Specialist