Emergency Artist Relief

Serving the Calgary region since 2007, Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) exists to support independent artists in times of otherwise unsupported hardship.

The Emergency Artist Relief program does just that. Eligible individuals must reside in or around the city and demonstrate an urgent need for support due to an unforeseen health crisis or catastrophic event that prevents them from continued pursuit of their creative practice.

EAR’s Emergency Artist Relief funding is a last resort resource intended to provide for costs up to a maximum of $2,500. Applicants cannot exceed this request amount within a 365-day timeframe. Where existing agencies can instead provide for their needs, the Society will draw awareness to these services, or potential applicants can review lists of these organizations here.

EAR refers to Calgary Arts Development when defining a professional artist: The artist must be actively pursuing a cultural career and has invested in the development of their artistic skills, voice, and goals. Professional artists may have formal training, have a history of sharing their work publicly, have been compensated for their work, and have a relationship with their creative community and peers.

An applicant can request up to a maximum of twenty-five hundred dollars in a twelve-month period. Submissions must include documentation such as invoices and quotes to demonstrate their stated needs.

The crisis must seriously impact the artist’s ability to proceed with their practice. A creative professional is defined by the following:

has specialized training in their field (not necessarily in academic institutions);
is recognized as a professional by their peers (working in the same artistic discipline);
has a history of public presentation and;
is committed to devoting more time to artistic activity.

Applications are entirely confidential, juried by EAR members and peers in the broader community, and results are communicated promptly following the timeframe required to assess the request. Please complete the appropriate application and provide as much support material as possible. Upon completion of the online application please advise EAR of your submission at: admin@elephantartistrelief.com

If you need assistance completing your application please contact us directly.

Complete application online:

EAR Emergency Relief Fund Application Form

Personal Information

Date

First Name

Last Name

Address

City

Province

Phone

Artistic/Creative discipline

How did you hear about EAR?

Are you currently or have you ever been an EAR member?

Yes

If you've never been a member, how did you learn about EAR?

Explanation of Situation/Emergency and Need

What is the nature of your emergency? Attach documentation of your situation (doctor’s note, dentist’s bill/estimate, newspaper article, etc.) where appropriate or possible.

Supporting materials - Please see Guidelines for information on required support materials

Maximum file size: 5MB

Date(s) of emergency

Amount requested

($2,500 maximum)

Is this your first application for funding from EAR?

Yes

If no, when did you apply?

What will you use the funds for? Describe expenses you need to pay (if appropriate) and how this support will help stabilize your situation.

Do you have another health care plan besides basic Alberta Health coverage? If so, are there any limits to the coverage?

Employment and Income

Monthly Income from All Sources (including Grants)

Income

Government Benefits

Other Income

Total Income

Monthly Expenses

Rent/Mortgage

Studio Rent (if applicable)

Power/Water/Heat:

Phone

Internet:

Groceries

(include home and personal care – cleaning supplies, soap/shampoo)

Medical Expenses

Insurance

Transportation

(car/gas/bus pass/etc.)

Other bills/payments/debt payments

(car/gas/bus pass/etc.)

Miscellaneous

(car/gas/bus pass/etc.)

Total Expenses

What other grants or funding have you received in relation to this emergency (ie. insurance, fundraising efforts, etc)?

Include Line 150 of your tax return from the previous year: Also, if you have other income earners in your household, please note the previous year’s combined total taxable income (line 150 of TAX RETURN):

References

Please list at least ONE reference who knows about your current situation.

Name

Address

Phone

Relationship

Please list at least ONE professional reference who can verify your status as an arts professional.

Name

Address

Phone

Relationship

Artist’s CV/Resume and up to 5 images
Professional artist statement
2 months of bank statements (to confirm income and expenses)
2 months of utility bills (to confirm residence, arrears and expenses)
2 months of phone & internet bills (to confirm arrears and expenses)
Proof of Rent or Mortgage
Copy of Photo ID (to confirm identification)
Resume (employment resume) and employment status

Proof of Need Supporting Documents

Maximum file size: 5MB

Please follow the guidelines for support documentation as outlined in the EAR Rebound Fund GUIDELINES for your specific discipline.NOTE that this information will be used only to establish your status as a professional artist working in the Calgary community; it will not reflect on our assessment of your personal situation and need for emergency assistance.

Alternative Contact Is there someone we may contact on your behalf if we are unable to reach you?

Name

Address

Phone

Relationship

Date

Please comment on any other aspect of your situation that you feel may be important and has not been explained in this application so far:

Statement of Truthfulness

I hereby state that all elements of this application are true, and I fully disclose my income from all sources.

Signature

Clear

Date

If you are human, leave this field blank.

Email your application:

If you are unable to complete this application online, please download and email your application, along with supporting documents, to admin@elephantartistrelief.com.

Should you need assistance, require any additional insights, or wish to confirm receipt of your application, please email EAR at admin@elephantartistrelief.com

Emergency Artist Relief

Serving the Calgary region since 2007, Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) exists to support independent artists in times of otherwise unsupported hardship.

An applicant can request up to a maximum of twenty-five hundred dollars in a twelve-month period. Submissions must include documentation such as invoices and quotes to demonstrate their stated needs.

Complete application online:

Personal Information

Explanation of Situation/Emergency and Need

Employment and Income

Monthly Expenses

References

Please list at least ONE reference who knows about your current situation.

Please list at least ONE professional reference who can verify your status as an arts professional.

Alternative Contact Is there someone we may contact on your behalf if we are unable to reach you?

Email your application:

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