Application Quote by Twyla Tharp
“I had received my first establishment grants in response to applications filed the year before. To the pages of baffling forms I had simply attached a handwritten note saying, 'I make dances, not applications. Send the money. Love, Twyla.”
About This Quote
She secured funding by bypassing formalities, sending a candid note that emphasized her artistic identity over bureaucratic paperwork.
In simple terms: Artistic honesty won a grant.
Key Takeaway
Authenticity can cut through red tape.
Themes
creativity
bureaucracy
authenticity
grant writing
Mood
confident
playful
Type
inspirational quote
When to use this quote
- artist funding
- non‑profit proposals
Key Concepts
institutional critique
Practical Applications
- write bold, personal cover letters
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a personal appeal appropriate in professional contexts?
A Different Perspective
May not work for all institutions.
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