Prior to completing this application, please ensure your organization meets the following requirements:
a. Applicants must be a non-profit arts organization possessing a 501(c)(3) federal non-profit classification for at least the last three (3) years. Proof of non-profit status must be provided with the application.
b. Applicants must be based in Thousand Oaks with members of the local community represented on its Board of Directors.
c. The primary mission and activity of the applicant must be to produce and present performing arts events that are open to the public.
d. Applicants must have a paid staff and engage professional artists in their productions.
e. Applicants must submit an overview of their organization including but not limited to, mission statement, board members, operating budget, a copy of their most recent IRS Form 990, and a summary of past community outreach programs.
f. Applicants must demonstrate recognized artistic excellence through attendance, reviews and financial support (grants, endowments, awards).
g. Applicants must have presented a minimum of three (3) different productions for each of the previous two (2) performance seasons at BAPAC or at a similar venue located in Southern California. Applicants without a performance history at BAPAC must submit financial and performance references.
h. Applicants must be current on payments to the City of Thousand Oaks