Fall 2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

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

In the Fall 2026 funding round, MAC is offering two distinct streams of funding through a single application form.
- Matchmaker MicroGrants - matching grants of 50% of expenses up to a maximum of $3000 for projects that take place in Mississauga and include a public-facing activity for audiences in Mississauga.
- Career Development MicroGrants - providing up to $1200 in support of activities that demonstrate value to artistic or career growth for Mississauga artists.
Deadline for submissions: Monday, October 5, 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 Fall 2026 MicroGrant Guidelines here: macarts.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Fall-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

Confirmation Email(Please enter your email twice to confirm it is correct. MAC will use your email to contact you about the results of your application)
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Artist/Organization/Project Website:
If you do not have a website, you can include your primary social media link for your artistic practice or the project.
(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#
MicroGrant Funding Stream you are applying for
Please select the MicroGrant funding stream you are applying for.
Project Name/Title
Brief Project Description

0/50
Briefly describe your public-facing event or element of your project and how it will be beneficial to your intended audience in Mississauga.

(If you are applying for a Career Development MicroGrant you may enter N/A)0/50
Who is your intended audience for this project (please be specific) and what is your communications plan to reach the audience?

(If you are applying for a Career Development MicroGrant, please describe the audience you typically reach through your artistic practice.)0/100
What Impact/Benefit will your project have on the artists involved and target audience/community in Mississauga? How will you measure these Outcomes?

0/200
Artistic Practice(s) Represented by the Project (select all that apply):

Other
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 (Matchmaker applicants MUST have a confirmed source of income, Career Development applicants do NOT need to have a confirmed source of income).
Confirmed revenue can be monetary (sponsorship, grants, donations) or in-kind (services, volunteering etc)
Has this project recevied a MAC MicroGrant in the past?
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 fully understand all Applicant Eligibility and Project Eligibility requirements.
- I certify that I am a permanent resident of the City of Mississauga and agree to provide official proof of residency (e.g., utility bill, driver’s license) upon request by MAC.
- I confirm that this is the only application I have submitted for the Fall 2026 MicroGrant round, and understand that submitting multiple applications will result in automatic disqualification.
- I acknowledge that all funding decisions are made by an independent peer jury, that their deliberations are confidential, and that their final decisions are binding and not subject to appeal.
- I agree that if my application is successful, I will obtain or renew a current Individual MAC Membership in order to receive grant funds.
- I confirm that all information and documentation provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
- I give consent to the Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) to provide these application details to their selected jurors for evaluation purposes.
- I give consent to the Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) to use my name, likeness, and project title/description in public communications, press releases, and announcements should my application be successful.
Signature of MicroGrant Applicant
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2026 - MicroGrant Application Form

Applicant Information

Project Information

Budget Information

MicroGrant Submission