Using the Executable File

This file is approximately 500K. It was created in OmniForm. Use this application form if you are using Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 95 or Windows 98. These are program files and you must open them from your desktop.  Do not attempt to open them with Word or any other word processing application. 

As the fonts used in the forms are Times New Roman - 12-point type, you may want to use this font for consistency.

You must print the application, sign it, and submit it to us. We must have original signatures on the application form submitted to us. We cannot accept applications submitted to us on disk or via e-mail.

For programs with deadlines, signed applications accompanied by all appropriate support materials must be in the OAC office no later than 5 p.m. on the deadline date. When a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, the OAC will accept applications until 5 p.m. on the next business day.

A Link to the form is below. Please read the instructions first.

1. Downloading the file:
   a. When you select and click on the desired application form, you will be asked if you would like to open the file or save it to your computer. You may wish to download the file into a folder on your C: drive or simply open it without saving it." At the prompt: What would like to do with this file? Select Open or Save this file to disk. Click <OK>.
   
   Application For
   Arts Learning/Artist in Residence—Artists
   
   b. You will get the File Download dialogue box. You do not need to insert a disk, store the file on your hard disk where you can find it.  You will get the Save As dialogue box. 
   
   c. To complete the Save As dialogue box, when asked we suggest you create a folder in C:\Temp named "FY#." (where # represents whatever fiscal year you are applying in). This is where you will put your OAC forms for the appropriate application year.  
   
   d. Click on the downloaded FormC.exe, FormD.exe, Contsumm.exe or OhioHeritageFellowships.exe file (or the appropriate final report file name) in your C:\Temp directory. 
   

1. Opening the file:
   a. Go to the FY2006 folder and click on the file to open it. As these are program files, you must open them from your desktop.  You will not be able to open them with Word or any other word processing application.
   
   b. On the OmniForm Mailable Filler opening screen, click on <OK>. This will open the form.
   
2. Navigating the Form
   1. Fill out the application by checking boxes with your mouse or filling in a blank. The areas to be completed are highlighted in yellow.
      
   2. To move to a particular page of the form, click on the page numbers at the bottom of the form. The selected page is highlighted in black.
      
   3. To select a check box, place your mouse pointer over the box to be checked. The pointer will change to a hand. Clicking on the box places an "X" in the box. If it is a multiple choice questions, you can only select one answer.
      
   4. To add information, tab or move your mouse to the field and click into the area. You can then enter your information
3. Copying and Pasting
   1. You can compose any narrative sections on a word processing program (like Microsoft Word) and copy and paste them into these sections.
      
   2. Make sure that you fit the text into the spaces provided. 
      
   3. The text will be automatically converted to Times New Roman – 12-point type.
      
4. Saving Your Work
   1. To save your work, use the File:Save As command.
      
   2. Save your work under a new file name, such as "FY2006HeritageFellowship" (the fiscal year and the program area for which you are applying).
      
   3. Use a different file name for each application if you are submitting multiple applications to the OAC.
      
5. Printing the Application
   
   1. Once you have saved all of your changes, print your application
      
   2. Use File:Print from the menu or click the Printer icon to print the form.
      
6. Proof your work!
   1. Proofread the application after your print it! Make any corrections, save the form and print it again.
      
   2. Remember to check the instructions regarding signing and submitting the form.

IF YOU NEED HELP COMPLETING THIS FORM…

Contact:

WebMaster

or call the Ohio Arts Council, 614/466-2613 between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays.

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