
Frequently asked questions
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We prioritize initiatives that foster inclusivity, social impact, and positive change within the arts and cultural sector. Our goal is to empower social enterprises and arts organizations that align with our mission of creating a vibrant and sustainable arts ecosystem in Africa. We cover a wide range of sectors within the creative economy, including visual arts, performing arts, film, television, music, design, architecture, publishing, crafts, advertising, gaming, cultural heritage, and more. If you are not sure, please feel free to contact us.
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Through the FundPro, InterArts Funding provides comprehensive support and funding solutions to social enterprises and arts organisations. Our aim is to help you overcome financial barriers, enhance your competencies, and achieve your artistic and social objectives. Additionally, use our website to checkout available funding opportunities that you can apply for on your own. We also share fundraising tips in our Knowledge Hub section.
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InterArts Funding is the parent organisation, providing a wide range of financial and fundraising solutions for social enterprises and cultural organisations. Our services include capital campaign management, fundraising strategy development, CCI research, market analysis, capital planning, research, consulting, and accelerator programs. FundPro is a specific service under InterArts Funding, offering affordable, flexible fundraising support where clients get unlimited access to a fundraising expert for a set duration (30, 60, or 90 days). FundPro is designed for organisations and individuals who need hands-on, short-term expert assistance in securing funding.
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Yes, you can upgrade your plan at any time! If you need more support, you can extend your engagement to FundPro 60 or 90 and benefit from discounted rates. Downgrading is not available, as each plan is designed for a set duration. However, you can always renew or adjust your strategy at the end of your plan.
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As a FundPro plan holder, you will receive customised, hands-on support tailored to your needs. Key services include:
1. Financial readiness assessment
Evaluation of your enterprise's eligibility for different funding sources (grants, credit, impact investment, equity, etc.).
Identifying the best funding strategies based on your financial goals.
2. Fundraising strategy development
Creating a tailored roadmap to secure funding.
Aligning your fundraising efforts with suitable funders and capital sources.
3. Grant writing & proposal support (If applicable to your needs)
Crafting and refining compelling grant proposals.
Reviewing and editing funding applications to improve success rates.
4. Grant reporting & compliance support (If required for existing funding)
Setting up reporting systems to manage and track grant funds efficiently.
Ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
5. One-to-one consultations
Unlimited access to expert advice on any related topic.
Personalised guidance to help strengthen your fundraising efforts.
6. Connections to funding networks & opportunities (not guaranteed)
Identification of relevant grants, investors, and funding programmes that fit your organisation.
Introductions to potential funders, partners, or investors (where applicable).
7. Bespoke support aligned with your financial targets
Assistance with project formulation using universally accepted models e.g the SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) model. More importantly, we have a strong understanding of global funding priorities. This helps us to reasonably align your work with all possible opportunities.
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InterArts Funding does not take a commission on general fundraising support. However, for specific grant applications that we prepare and submit on your behalf, we charge a fixed 5% success fee on the funding secured. This fee is only payable once the grant is approved and the funds are disbursed to you. This ensures our interests are aligned with your success, and you only pay when you receive funding.
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The number indicates the duration—FundPro 30 is a one-month engagement, FundPro 60 is two months, and FundPro 90 is three months. We recommend choosing a plan that aligns with your financial needs and goals. Longer engagements provide more in-depth support and come with cost savings, making them a smarter investment especially for high-budget campaigns.
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Yes, InterArts Funding can assist with strategy development for your organization. We can help you create a business plan and map out potential projects and products aligned with global funding trends. We also provide guidance in developing comprehensive and realistic project plans through the use of templates, tools, and resources.
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While there is no one-size-fits all approach in fundraising, we have amassed a wealth of knowledge on the key requirements that funders and donors expect from potential grantees. Our primary goal is to ensure that your organisation is fundable. We conduct an evaluation/assessment process to fully understand your entity's eligibility for funding. After this process we provide you with feedback which should help you progress to the next steps in your fundraising journey.
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While InterArts Funding is committed to supporting a wide range of creative projects and organizations, there are certain project types that fall outside the scope of our support. We do not provide assistance for projects that promote discrimination, hatred, sensationalism, or offensive content. Additionally, projects that are primarily political, religious, or have a partisan agenda are not within the focus of our support. We prioritize initiatives that foster inclusivity, social impact, and positive change within the arts and cultural sector. Our goal is to empower social enterprises and arts organizations that align with our mission of creating a vibrant and sustainable arts ecosystem in Africa. We encourage individuals and organizations to consider these guidelines when seeking our assistance, as we strive to support projects that embrace diversity, respect, and contribute to a better society.
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At times, we share funding opportunities that we think are relevant for you. When you see these calls please read them carefully, with a view to apply. Once you have made your decision, you can apply through us or completely on your own. Thus, we also provide a good resource for fundraising opportunities.
Fundraising is about connecting people's desire to make a difference with meaningful opportunities to do so.
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