

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Art of Funding: Guidance & Connection
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join SRE and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) for a free two‑day event designed to strengthen connections, expand access to provincial arts funding, and support local artists in developing successful grant applications.

This special gathering brings together AFA representatives, local arts leaders, and Wood Buffalo artists for networking, learning, and one‑on‑one feedback.


Friday, January 23, 2026

Networking with Wood Buffalo Artists &amp; AFA
6:00–7:00 p.m.

Start the weekend by connecting with AFA staff, local arts organizations, and fellow artists. This informal networking session offers a welcoming space to build relationships, ask questions, and learn more about AFA’s role in supporting Alberta’s creative sector.

Q&amp;A Panel: Accessing AFA Funding
7:00–8:00 p.m.

Join a panel discussion featuring AFA representatives, local artists with successful AFA grant applications, and leaders from Wood Buffalo arts organizations. Together, they share insights on navigating AFA programs, strengthening applications, and leveraging funding to advance artistic practice and community impact.


Saturday, January 24, 2026

One-on-One Application Review Sessions
9:00 am–3:00 pm, 30-minute slots

Artists are invited to book a dedicated session with AFA staff to receive personalized, in‑depth feedback on draft grant proposals. These consultations are an invaluable opportunity to refine ideas, strengthen applications, and gain clarity on program requirements. 

Participants must submit their draft grant applications before Sunday, January 18 at 6pm to hanna@swampratexperience.com.


Who Should Attend
» Emerging and established artists across all disciplines
» Arts administrators and organizational leaders
» Anyone interested in learning more about AFA funding opportunities

Why Attend
» Build relationship with AFA 
» Learn from peers who have successfully secured AFA funding
» Strengthen your grant-writing skills with expert guidance
» Connect with the broader Wood Buffalo arts community


Register at swampratexperience.com/artistic-development.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-mcmurray/the-art-of-funding-guidance-and-connection/200029331826414
- **Event Categories**: art, business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 47

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://swampratexperience.com/artistic-development?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=fort+mcmurray-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Fort Mcmurray
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: King Street Theatre, T9H 1L3
- **lat**: 56.71087
- **long**: -111.35464
- **full address**: King Street Theatre, T9H 1L3, 99 Centennial Dr, Wood Buffalo, AB T9H, Canada, Fort Mcmurray

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Swamp Rat Experience (https://allevents.in/org/swamp-rat-experience/19871358)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** King Street Theatre, T9H 1L3, 99 Centennial Dr, Wood Buffalo, AB T9H, Canada, Fort Mcmurray
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Swamp Rat Experience
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, business
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Art of Funding: Guidance & Connection ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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