Paul R Judy Center for Innovation and Research Grant

The Paul R. Judy Center Grant provides funding for research and innovative projects. The October 1 grant cycle is open to all US-based musicians or musical arts organizations. The February 1 grant cycle will be reserved for Eastman students, alumni, faculty and staff, and the organizations they represent. Eastman affiliates must be involved in the project proposal and execution, and submit the application in their name in order to be eligible in the spring. Grants will range from $5000-$10,000.

The Paul R. Judy Center is accepting proposals for research and projects that foster greater access, engagement, and enrichment within musical communities. This grant supports efforts to understand or dismantle institutional patterns that limit musical participation. Priority will be given to proposals that promote sustainable music-making practices, demonstrate meaningful community impact, and create opportunities for engagement in both professional and nonprofessional music settings.

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Name*

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Organization you are representing (if applicable)

Applicant Email*

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Address*

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Bio and/or Mission Statement*

Please provide a short bio and/or mission statement for you as an individual or for the organization you represent.

Grant Category*

Research Support: Funding will support a research project that aligns with the stated funding priorities. Funding may go to travel, lodging, or other costs in order to complete project.

Innovative Project: Individuals, ad hoc groups, and pre-formed ensembles may apply for support for a project that aligns with the stated funding priorities of the PRJC Grant Program.

Grant Amount Requested*

Funded projects often receive between $5,000-$10,000.

Project Title*

Project/Research Description*

Please state the goal and anticipated findings of the research.*

Which communities are impacted by this research? Please define all unique groups.*

Please define the proposed research methodology and the anticipated impact as it relates to the stated goals of this grant. How will you know when impact has been made?*

PRJC Grant goals: Research or Project proposals that seek to understand or dismantle institutional patterns that hinder broad engagement and/or access to music-making within specific communities.

Outline your plans for sharing the results of this research.*

Please state the goal of this project and what makes the project innovative.*

Which communities are impacted by this project? Please define all unique groups.*

Please define the project's proposed impact as it relates to the stated goals of this grant. How will you know when impact has been made.*

PRJC Grant goals: Research or Project proposals that seek to understand or dismantle institutional patterns that hinder broad engagement and/or access to music-making within specific communities.

Outline your plans for marketing and promotion during and after this project.*

Attach a document outlining a detailed timeline of this project.*

Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Timelines should be month-by-month and should range at least 12 months. Timelines should include tasks, events, and steps taken up to this point, through the project/research, and shortly following the conclusion of the project/research. File size limit 5MB. Accepted file types/extensions: Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF.

How do you plan on utilizing the PRJC funding?*

Project/Research Budget*

Accepted file types: doc, docx, xls, xlsx, pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Please provide a detailed budget that includes all projected income and expenses for your research or project. Please do not share an institutional operating budget. – Accepted file types/extensions: Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), Excel (.xls, .xlsx), PDF
– File size limit 5MB.

Résumé, CV, or documentation of Institutional History*

Accepted file types: doc, docx, pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Upload your résumé (for individual applicants) or ensemble bio (for ensemble applicants). Documentation of institutions or project history is appreciated, if available. File size limit 5MB. Accepted file types/extensions: Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF.

How are you working to ensure that your project or research has long-term sustainability beyond this grant award? Please describe all relevant strategies, partnerships, or funding models that support your continued operation and impact for your target audience(s).*

Upload supplemental materials
Recordings, descriptions of previous projects, letters of support, proof of additional funding, etc. Please include any supplemental materials that you wish to include which you feel best represent your work and qualifications.

Online Audio or Video

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Additional Files

File size limit 100MB.

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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, jpeg, png, mp4, mp3, xls, xlsx, Max. file size: 100 MB.

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Disclaimer:
By submitting this form/application, the applicant indicates that the individual/group submitting this application understands that:
1. Grantees will be responsible for submitting a post-project report on how the grant funds were used.
2. The grant funds may be subject to local, state, and federal taxes and it is the responsibility of the grantees to comply with those regulations.

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If you have questions about this application, or need assistance, please email jdunn@esm.rochester.edu.

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