The 2018 Big Idea winner was Workman's Department Store Facade Revitalization! Congratulations Workman's!
THE BIG IDEA 2019
DATE: OCTOBER 8TH, 2019
LOCATION: TAHLEQUAH MUNICIPAL ARMORY BUILDING (100 NORTH WATER AVE)
TIME: DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM
*DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE PURCHASE OF YOUR TICKET
DATE: OCTOBER 8TH, 2019
LOCATION: TAHLEQUAH MUNICIPAL ARMORY BUILDING (100 NORTH WATER AVE)
TIME: DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM
*DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE PURCHASE OF YOUR TICKET
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How it works:
application deadline September 12th, 2019.
finalist will be notified the week of September 15th
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Where does the funding come from?
TMSA will guarantee $3,000 in grant money and 100% of ticket sales will be awarded as grant money. For example, if 100 people come to the event, grant money will be $4,500. * Grant not to exceed the amount of the project. What types of projects are eligible? Eligible projects must fit within the TMSA mission of revitalizing downtown Tahlequah and strengthening it as the heart of our city and must be able to be completed by March 31, 2020. Projects could involve art, events, business expansions, programs, beautification, facade renovation, community involvement, history… Am I eligible to apply? Yes! Any individual, group, business or organization can submit a project that will have a positive impact on downtown Tahlequah. How will the projects be selected for each event? A committee will review all submissions and select up to five projects to be presented at the Big Idea October 8th. Each finalist will then team up with a videographer we provide to make a presentation video to be viewed by voters. Some of the qualities the committee will be looking for in a project are creativity, impact and feasibility. How large will the grants be? At least $3,000, plus all proceeds from event ticket sales. May I pay for others to attend and vote for my project? No, you may only pay admission for your immediate family. |
Do kids' votes count? Children must be at least 10 years old to vote. May I submit more than one project? Yes, you may submit more than one project. If I win, are there any strings attached to the prize money? Prize money must be used toward the proposed project. How will funds be disbursed? Funds will be held by TMSA and will be released as receipts or invoices are presented for the project. Recipients are advised to consult a tax professional regarding the appropriate treatment of the prize money for IRS purposes. If I submit a project, do I still have to buy a ticket? Yes, everyone who is attending The Big Idea, including presenters and event organizers, must purchase a ticket. Each of us will make a difference! Can I apply if I can’t attend the event? Yes, however, you must send a representative to attend for you. May I create my own promotional flyers to encourage people to vote for my project? Yes! However, ALL promotional materials must include the Big Idea logo. Where can tickets be purchased? Tickets can be purchased at the the Main Street office, a Main Street Board member or at the event! |
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Donate to the "The Big Idea" and help fund the next Big Idea! All donations are tax deductible, as allowed by law. 100% of your donation goes to "The Big Idea".
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