PAPA provides a tax rebate of up to $15,000 per year for performing arts venues that meet the following requirements.

1 - Provides 15B in GRANTS to live performance venues, promoters, theatrical producers, or live performing arts organization operators, museum operators, motion picture theatre operators, and talent representatives
 

2 - The Grants will be administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA)
 

3 - The Save Our Stages Act is a victory for The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) and the broader independent venue community and those that surround it.

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 1 - The SVOG provides $15 billion in GRANTS to live performance venues, promoters, theatrical producers, or live performing arts organization operators, museum operators, motion picture theatre operators, and talent representatives.
 

2 - The Small Business Administration (SBA) will administer the SVOG.
 

3 - Visit the SBA website for more information on the SVOG.

The SBA is still working out the details and process for administering  the funding, but in the meantime here are a couple things to do first:

1 - Visit the SBA website and read the summary of the SVOG to determine if you are eligible. 

2 - If you are eligible, you will need a Dun & Bradstreet number (DUNS). You can register for a DUNS number HERE. You can also contact them at (866) 990-5845 to request they expedite your registration.

3 - You will also need to register with the federal government System for Award Management (SAM) and you can register HERE.

4 - Sign up via the button at the top of the page above to receive more information.

The DC Creative Affairs Office (CAO) showcases and preserves the District of Columbia’s rich creative communities throughout all 8 Wards. CAO builds sustainability in the creative community through policy, programming, and education which further expands the pathway to the middle class for the creative workforce. CAO coordinates public, private, and community partners to accomplish all goals and create equitable and inclusive opportunities for the District’s creatives.

The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) supports the development, economic growth, and retention of District-based businesses, and promotes economic development throughout the District's commercial corridors.

The Office of Nightlife and Culture (MONC) serves as an intermediary between nightlife establishments, residents, and the District government. In addition, MONC promotes a safe, economically, and culturally vibrant night-time economy; engages nightlife stakeholders by conducting outreach and providing assistance; solves night-time issues by collaborating with District government agencies; and educates nightlife establishments on existing district policies and regulations through quarterly training.

Once you have completed each task you are ready to submit your application for the PAPA 2020 Tax Rebate. Remember to submit your application

ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 15, 2020! 

DC Creative Affairs Office
The Creative Affairs Office (CAO) showcases and preserves the District of Columbia’s rich creative communities throughout all 8 Wards. CAO builds sustainability in the creative community through policy, programming, and education which further expands the pathway to the middle class for the creative workforce. CAO coordinates public, private, and community partners to accomplish all goals and create equitable and inclusive opportunities for the District’s creatives.