Mini Grant Program

Program Information

The South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS) will budget up to $1,000 annually for distribution as SDSPS Mini Grants for projects that help SDSPS further its mission. Up to four Mini Grants of up to $250 each in matching funds may be distributed annually.

Eligibility

Any current SDSPS member, including South Dakota Poet Laureates, may submit a proposal to the SDSPS Mini Grant Program for up to $250 in matching funds to promote poets or poetry in South Dakota.

Application Process

The procedure for applying for SDSPS Mini Grants shall be as follows:

  1. The SDSPS Mini Grant Committee shall put out a call for proposals in time to be printed for the Fall issue of Pasque Petals. The committee may also use other media avenues for publicizing the call for proposals.

  2. Proposals shall include the following:

    • A cover letter summarizing the request and indicating how the proposed project helps SDSPS fulfill its mission.

    • A Project Narrative that includes the following sections:

    • Overview: Describe the project in 2-3 sentences.

    • Needs Statement: What need does this project meet? Who will it serve?

    • Project Description: Describe the project in more detail, including a timeline and personnel (including volunteers) who will carry it out. Include start and final dates for the project.

    • Assessment: How will you measure the success of your project? How will it help SDSPS fulfill its mission?

    • Project Budget: Include a budget that indicates how requested funds will be spent as well as where matching funds will be secured. Requested funds may be up to $250 in matched dollars.

  3. SDSPS shall be recognized as a sponsor at all activities of the projects that receive an SDSPS Mini Grant. Specifically, information about joining SDSPS and/or submitting work to Pasque Petals shall be made available to all people associated with or attending the project.

  4. A Final Report of awarded projects shall be submitted no more than 30 days following the final date of the project, and shall include the following:

  • An overview of the completed project.

  • An evaluation of the completed project using the     measures that were proposed in the original proposal

  • A financial statement indicating how the funds were spent.

  • Receipts corresponding with the income and expenses on the financial statement.

  • Copies of any program or print advertising for the project, and/or links to any online materials to show that SDSPS was recognized as a supporter and that participants received information about how to join SDSPS and submit to Pasque Petals 

Questions?

Contact us or send an email to sdsps.membership@gmail.com. We look forward to reading your proposal!