When we ask for an “operating budget”, we are asking about how much money your group has access to over the course of a year. This amount should include all administrative costs, staff salaries, program costs (materials, renting out a space, snacks, etc.), honorariums, etc. This budget spans the entire year, and encompasses your group’s entire budget, not just the budget for the project you’re applying for!
It is okay to provide an estimate for this number if you don’t know the exact amount. It is also more than okay to apply for a Creation grant if you’re a new group or if your group currently has an operating budget of $0.00!!
