Intersection for the Arts: Incubator

Thank you for your interest in the Intersection for the Arts Incubator Program for fiscal sponsorship. The Incubator Program is proud to sponsor over 100 art projects and organizations. Read below for more information to apply:

The Intersection Incubator is now receiving applications for fiscal sponsorship three times per year. All applications must include completed application forms, budget materials, and a $25.00 nonrefundable application fee. All materials must be received in our offices by 5pm on the deadline date*.

*If a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be due the following Monday. All materials must be received as hard copies, no electronic applications are accepted at this time.

Program Eligibility
We welcome applications from artists across the spectrum of professional experience, from those that have not yet produced a project or received funding for their work, to those that have been working professionally for decades. We accept applications for both temporary projects led by individuals and developing organizations with ongoing activities. While the great majority of our members live and work in the Bay Area, we do sponsor a small number of projects in other locations.

Application Evaluation Criteria
Each project will be evaluated based on the four criteria listed in the application. However, Intersection will consider all applications by projects for that meet the following guidelines:

Intersection gives us way more credibility than we have on our own. - Antonia Blue, Kitchen Sink Magazine

Application Process
Projects seeking sponsorship must submit the following materials:

Upon receipt, the application is reviewed by Intersection's staff to determine whether the project is charitable and furthers Intersection's tax-exempt purposes. An interview may then be arranged with the project's representative(s), providing an opportunity for both Intersection and the project to explore the appropriateness of the relationship. Changes to the budget or scope of the project may be requested before final submission to Intersection's Board of Directors. Final approval must come from a vote by Intersection's Board at their next scheduled meeting.

Please note: Due to our extensive review process, it often takes 8-10 weeks before the staff & Board of Directors have reached a final decision regarding pending applications. We will contact you if we require an interview to move your application forward.

Upon final approval, the project is contacted by Intersection and an orientation meeting is scheduled with the project's representative. At this time, a contract is signed between the project and Intersection. This contract sets out the terms and conditions that apply to the project's use of funds. A single individual is designated as the legal representative of the project.

There is a $25.00 nonrefundable fee to apply for admission to the Intersection Incubator. If your project is accepted into the program, a registration fee of $40 is due at the time of contract-signing. Contracts are signed for a duration of approximately one year, at which time a new contract must be signed and a renewal fee paid.

Being accepted into the fiscal sponsorship program was wonderful news for us. It has given us the confidence to keep going. - Peter Ashlock, Nut Hill Productions

If you have questions or need assistance filling out the application, please contact:

How to Apply for Fiscal Sponsorship