Partner Artists
What We Offer
The Partner Artists program is ideal for arts groups and projects that want a partner to help them manage the business side of art – and the assurance that their project, group or organization is running smoothly and accountably. Shunpike is committed to flexible and dynamic partnerships with arts groups and projects of all sizes.
Eligibility
Shunpike selects groups and organizations for the Partner Artists program that demonstrate a clear need for a higher level of back-office service and support.
Compare Fiscal Sponsorship & Partner Artists
| Program Comparison |
Basic Fiscal Sponsorship
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Partner Artists
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| Fiscal sponsorship |
Yes
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Yes
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| Grants and donor coordination |
Yes
|
Yes
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| Free and discounted consultation in finance, fundraising, evaluation, and advisory board development |
Yes
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Yes
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| Access to online library of helpful tools and templates |
Yes
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Yes
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| Bookkeeping, including financial reports | - |
Yes
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| Tax reporting | - |
Yes
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| License and permit tracking and reporting | - |
Yes
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| Payroll, benefits administration and human resource management | - |
Yes
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| Support and guidance in legal issues and documents | - |
Yes
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| Help with procuring appropriate insurance policies | - |
Yes
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How To Apply
Apply as you would to the Fiscal Sponsorship program. As you complete the Fiscal Sponsorship application, you’ll specify that you’re interested in being considered for the Partner Artists program.
A Shunpike staff member will keep you informed about your application status to both the Fiscal Sponsorship and Partner Artists programs.
Program Fees
- A $100 annual fee
- An administrative fee of 10% will be assessed on all revenues and contributions received by your organization
“We are so lucky that you’ve moved us along without a hitch. I sing your praises to everyone, every actor and artist I know, that we can all appreciate how lucky-lucky-lucky Seattle is to have your contribution to art.”
- Suzanne Bouchard, Shadow & Light Theatre