Dear Friends,

In this week's newsletter, there are a lot of opportunities to be seen and heard across the city. We're focusing on resources for Baltimore-based artists and arts organizations. Artists can testify tomorrow, Thursday, March 11 at 10 AM, for direct aid to the arts community from the American Rescue Plan. You'll also find more from The Be. Org, Conscious Venture Lab, Kiva Baltimore and more.  

Have a resource to share? Our team is constantly on the lookout for the latest opportunities and hope that you'll support us in our mission to make our newsletter a platform that works for you. Feel free to reply back to our newsletters or email Irene directly at irene@baltimore.impacthub.net with what's new in your world! Let's work together and spread opportunities widely.

See more below!

Request for Baltimore-Based Artist Testimonies -
Happening Tomorrow Mar 11 (Baltimore City Council)

On February 22, several Baltimore City Council members introduced a resolution titled, “Assisting Baltimore Artists.” There is a hearing happening tomorrow, Thursday, March 11, for independent artists and arts organizations to share their stories. If the City receives additional COVID-19 relief funds from the United States Congress, artists are encouraged to advocate for the investment of at least $1 million of those funds to establish an emergency fund to assist Baltimore City artists. Learn more about the resolution here and here.

> > JOIN BY PHONE: +1-408-418-9388, Access code: 129 418 8100

Shine in the Dark: RFP Open Until Friday, March 19
(Station North Arts District)

The Station North Arts District, a program of Central Baltimore Partnership, seeks submissions for 12 paid commissions by emerging, Baltimore artists for Shine in the Dark: a popup, outdoor gallery installation on the Ynot Lot fence. Read full details here and apply by Friday, March 19 below! 

> > Submit an Application 

Emergency Grants for Artists - Apply by Thursday, April 1
(Maryland State Arts Council)

The Maryland State Arts Council has opened up $5 million in Emergency Grant funding for artists and arts organizations  MSAC will prioritize grants to organizations that have not received prior funding from MSAC or do not qualify for funding under other MSAC programs. Learn more and submit your application by Thursday, April 1 below! 

> > Learn More and Apply

The Be. Org is excited to bring back their signature event, the 2021 Beyond a Dream Youth Conference (BADYC). This year's conference will take place, virtually on Saturday, April 17. BADYC welcomes students in grades 6-12 and their parents from the Central MD region. The conference will give students an opportunity to learn from industry-experts, explore various careers, and prepare for college. 

Want to join as a special guest, speaker, workshop facilitator and/or career panelist? Complete the registration form by Friday, March 19 below!

Thursday, March 25 at 11am | Looking for funding for your small business? Have a community that believes in you? Kiva Baltimore offers zero-percent-interest, zero-fee business loans of up to $15K for entrepreneurs in Baltimore looking to grow their business. Join this information session to learn more about Kiva Baltimore and how to apply while connecting with other businesses in Baltimore!

Our friends at the Conscious Venture Lab have announced the call for applications for cohort 7 of their now virtual accelerator program! Located in Baltimore, they are looking for world-class companies solving issues of urban resilience and smart cities! 

Apply below for up to $120K in funding, training, mentorship, networking, office space (for local companies), and many other perks and benefits. Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 5.

Mark your calendars! The Maryland Film Festival returns in 2021 for a week-long run, May 19 through 27. Following the success of last year's first-ever virtual MdFF, this year we're returning to an online festival format that's bigger and better than ever. If you have any questions about purchasing or gifting a Pass, please email us at info@mdfilmfest.com. Film details and program announcements for the 2021 Maryland Film Festival are coming soon. Purchase your passes below!