2024 Cultural STAR Information Session
Monday, April 15, 2024
Cultural Star program history and goals
Application timeline for 2024
Eligibility and project types (Special, Organizational, Capital)
Cultural District definitions and geographic boundaries
Funding disbursement and matching requirements
Insurance and compliance requirements
ZoomGrants application process and technical support
Notable Quotes (2)
A $1 million policy with a $1 million umbrella is not and umbrella policies are typically not expensive.
InsuranceAdvice on satisfying the $1.5 million liability insurance requirement for capital projects.
If you miss it you've missed out on the cycle of funding so please apply early and and just not at the last hour.
Application ProcessWarning regarding the strict application deadline.
People (5)
Jessica Larson JohnstonProgram Coordinator
Coordinates the Cultural Star program and facilitates the information session.
Grace BbleProject Management Technician
Manages cultural star projects and assists applicants.
Nancy BangManagement Assistant I
Supports Star programs and facilitates technical presentation aspects.
Mark LaurensonRisk Manager
Advises on grant insurance requirements and risk management for the City of St. Paul.
Erin LouisProgram Coordinator
Attended session as the lead for the companion Neighborhood Star program.
Places Mentioned
St. Paul Cultural District (Downtown)St. Paul RiverCenter complexRaspberry IslandHarriet IslandLafayette BridgeChestnut Road
Events & Meetings (6)
- Application window: April 5, 2024 - May 15, 2024, at 4:00 PM
- Board interviews: June 2024 (In-person)
- Funding recommendation timeline: July/August 2024
- Project Start Date: August 1, 2024
- Project End Date (Non-capital): July 31, 2025
- Project End Date (Capital): July 31, 2026