Winter 2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

Complete this form to apply for Mississauga Arts Council's 2026 MicroGrant funding.
Mississauga Arts Council’s (MAC) MicroGrant Program provides funding to individual artists to support the creation and presentation of their projects. These MicroGrants target areas of interest or needs within the local arts sector and have been catalysts for collaboration across artistic practices.

In this Winter 2026 MicroGrant funding round, MAC is offering Matchmaker MicroGrants to Individual Artists. Matchmaker MicroGrants provide matching funds to artist-led projects from any artistic discipline up to a maximum of $3000. To be eligible for funding, projects must demonstrate a confirmed investment in the project at the time of application and must include a public-facing event or activity in Mississauga, engage audiences in Mississauga, and pay artist fees to Mississauga-based artists.

Deadline for submissions: Monday, March 23, 2026 by 5:00 PM EDT.

NO LATE OR INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

For more information, visit: www.macarts.ca/microgrants

For complete information about Eligibility and Project Guidelines please download a copy of the Winter 2026 MicroGrant Guidelines here: www.macarts.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Winter-2026-MicroGrant-Guidelines.pdf

Applicant Information

Provide contact information for the MicroGrant Applicant. This will be used by MAC to contact you about your application.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
(Please ensure this email is correct as it will be used to contact you about the results of your application)
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Artist/Organization/Project Website:*
(Optional) Sauga Arts Hub Artist Profile Link:
Upload CV/Resume of Applicant*

Files Accepted: PDF, Doc, Docx
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Please upload one (1) PDF document with relevant links to three (3) work samples. Make sure to explain WHY these samples are relevant to your past experience and HOW they demonstrate your ability to undertake this new project.*

Files Accepted: PDF, Doc, Docx
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Project Information

Provide Information and Answer Questions About the Project.
MicroGrant ID#
Project Name/Title*
Brief Project Description*

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Briefly describe your public-facing event or element of your project and how it will be beneficial to your intended audience in Mississauga.*

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Who is your intended audience for this project (please be specific) and what is your communications plan to reach the audience?*

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What Impact/Benefit will your project have on the artists involved and target audience/community in Mississauga? How will you measure these Outcomes?*

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Artistic Practice(s) Represented by the Project (select all that apply):*

DanceFilm/TVLiterary ArtsMusicTheatreVisual ArtsOther
How Many Artists are Involved in the Project?*
Artists include any artistic or production personnel involved in the project.
How Many Mississauga-based Artists are Involved in the Project?*
Artists include any artistic or production personnel involved in the project who live in Mississauga.
Project Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Project End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Upload a 1-2 Page Project Proposal (Proposal should include a comprehensive description of your project; the activities and dates you plan to undertake; list of confirmed/proposed partners & artists, venues, etc.; and any other relevant information to the understanding of your project).*

File Types Accepted: PDF, Doc, Docx
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Upload a work plan/timeline for your project. Please indicate key milestones and communication/marketing details.*

File Types Accepted: PDF, Doc, Docx
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Additional Comments (OPTIONAL)
Additional Support Documents that provide more context for your project (OPTIONAL)

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Budget Information

Please provide information about your project budget/finaces.
PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND COMPLETE THIS BUDGET TEMPLATE:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HUl5mwXJBBSRmjya97sffmg0TSFLUgqG5I0RBaQ-_tk/copy
1. Click the link above
2. Save a copy on your computer or in your google drive
3. Rename the file to include YOUR NAME
4. Complete the budget
5. Download/Save a copy in PDF format
6. Upload your completed budget document below.
Upload a Detailed Project Budget. (Please use the template provided in the MicroGrant Guidelines).*

File Types Accepted: pdf, xls, xlsx
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What are your total project expenses (must match line in budget above)*
Please confirm the total expenses from your project budget (Make sure this number matches the budget you submit).
How much money are you requesting from MAC?*
Please review the MicroGrant guidelines for maximum support levels.
List and briefly describe ALL confirmed sources of income for your project.*
Confirmed revenue can be monetary (sponsorship, grants, donations) or in-kind (services, volunteering etc)
Has this project recevied a MAC MicroGrant in the past?*

YesNo
If yes, please describe how your project has grown or why it continues to be impactful to audiences.

MicroGrant Submission

Before you Submit your MicroGrant Application: Please Review Your Submission and Save a Copy for Your Records.
By signing below:
- I confirm that I have read the MAC MicroGrant Guidelines and understand Applicant Eligibility Requirements and Project Eligibility Requirements.
- I confirm that the information provided above is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
- I give consent to Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) to provide these details to their jurors to review.
- I give consent to Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) to use my name, likeness, and project name/brief description in communications/announcements should my project be successfully recommended for funding.
Signature of MicroGrant Applicant*

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2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

Applicant Information

Project Information

Budget Information

MicroGrant Submission