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Artist Open Calls
New Jersey State Council on the Arts & TCNJ | Expression of Interest: Campus Quad Project | On behalf of The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), the New Jersey State Council on the Arts is soliciting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from prospective artists to design, fabricate, and install artwork on Forcina/West quad on the TCNJ campus in Ewing, NJ. TCNJ is interested in a sculptural work(s) that is/are interactive or functional for use of the campus community in the quad between the Roscoe West Hall and Forcina Hall buildings. These could be several related pieces that could be a gathering place for groups of students, serve as seating, or in other ways encourage interaction and use of the space. The quad has some small hills and there is lawn and plantings planned after neighboring building construction is completed. Since several different education programs use the adjacent buildings (including technology, science, education and inclusion programs), the works should be inviting to all and non-specific to any one field of study. | Deadline: December 16th, 2024 | More information and application.
Arch Enemy Arts | Open Call 2025 | Arch Enemy Arts is in search of new artists for our annual group showcase exhibition scheduled to open in March 2025. A CALL TO ARTISTS is now open for a new group exhibition scheduled to hang for the month of March in 2025. This show is our annual spotlight exhibition of new and emerging talent, as chosen and curated by Arch Enemy Arts, with no themes or direction in subject matter allowing applicants to focus on their best personal work. Before submitting your work, understand that Arch Enemy Arts is a gallery dedicated to new contemporary genres with a strong focus on representational, dark surrealism, magical realism, post-graffiti, pop-surreal, illustrative, representational, and figurative work across a range of artistic mediums. If you believe we are the right gallery venue for your work, then this may be the show for you! For examples of the kind of work we exhibit, all of our past
Monument Lab | Open Call: Gray 30th Street Station | The William H. Gray III Memorial Foundation, in partnership with Amtrak and Monument Lab, is conducting an Open Call for Artist Ideas to envision and build a monumental “living memorial” to Congressman Gray’s legacy and values. The memorial will be situated within the great hall of Gray 30th Street Station, the historic train depot in Philadelphia that engages over 100,000 people each day. The memorial process is an opportunity to create a new, iconic landmark for the city and its main train station gateway. | Deadline: December 4th, 2024 | Application and information.
Clifton Arts Center | Open Call for Exhibition Proposals | The Clifton Arts Center is planning exhibits for years 2025-2030. The Clifton Arts Center provides approximately 1800 square feet of modern well-lit and upgraded HVAC gallery exhibit space on the grounds of the Clifton Municipal Complex. Members of the Advisory Board of Trustees and the professional city staff of the Arts Center review submissions for exhibit. | More information here.
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts | Open Calls | The RRCA in Millville, NJ, has several ongoing artist open calls and workshops available. Fore more information, visit RRCA.
Perkins Center for the Arts | Collingswood: Open Mic Night with Barry Hollander | Calling all musicians, poets, storytellers, and comedians! Join your host Barry Hollander in The Loft for Collingswood Open Mic Night. Sign ups begin at 6:30pm with performances 7-9pm. FREE for everyone. BYO everything else! 30 Irvin Ave; Collingswood, NJ 08108 | Date & Time: October 4th, 2024- 7pm to 9pm | Location: Perkins Center for the Arts | Every first Friday of the month! | More information.
Toms River Artist Community (TRAC) | Vendor Opportunities | Stay on TRAC! Vendor spaces available. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase and sell your art at the TRAC Gallery. | Call today: (732) 377-0290 | TRAC Website
DC Gallery & Studio | Open Call for Art | DC Gallery & Studio is looking for high-quality artwork in diverse media with an original and personal viewpoint for our gallery shop. New Jersey and Philadelphia-based visual artists creating work in a variety of media are encouraged to apply. Accepted medias include but are not limited to painting, sculpture, prints, photography, jewelry, fibers, ceramics, wood, furniture, glass, accessories, children’s items, etc. | Deadline: December 15th, 2024 | More information here.
Woman Made Gallery | Open Call: 26th International Open | Woman Made Gallery seeks entries in all media by women and non-binary artists worldwide for its 26th International Open, on view from March 1 to March 29, 2025. Juried by artist and educator, Savneet K Talwar, this open theme encourages entries that explore or challenge conceptual and material boundaries. The exhibition will be held at Woman Made Gallery, located at 1332 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60607. | Deadline: December 31st, 2024. | More information and submission guidelines.
Art Fluent | Open Call: Into The Light | Art Fluent invites artists worldwide to submit artwork to their online exhibit, INTO THE LIGHT. | THEME: What would art be without light? Light not only illuminates art but also directs focus, crafts the atmosphere, defines every detail, and ignites emotion within us. This open call seek to celebrate all the magical ways light transforms art, show us INTO THE LIGHT from your perspective. | CALENDAR: JPEGs due by Friday, January 10, 2025 at midnight MST. Notification of acceptance and online gallery opening by Friday, February 7, 2025. | More information and submission guidelines.
Visionary Art Collective | Those Who Tend: Juried Exhibition | Visionary Art Collective is partnering with Warnes Contemporary Gallery in New York City to present our annual in-person juried group exhibition, Those Who Tend, curated by Kaylan Buteyn. These days, we have so much to tend to—countless demands that deserve our attention. Our art practice needs nurturing, our children need feeding, our gardens need weeding, and our inboxes need clearing. We are pulled in many directions, tending to various aspects of life. Yet, the most important tending we often overlook is towards ourselves. This call is a reflection for "those who tend"—an invitation to submit work created amidst the challenges of balancing a life full of responsibilities. Artist parents who are juggling their art practice, careers, domestic tasks, caregiving, and carving out time for self-care are invited to submit their work. Those Who Tend will be presented at Warnes Contemporary in Brooklyn on April 24, 2025, and will run for approximately six to eight weeks. This exhibition will be actively promoted through social media on Visionary Art Collective, Warnes Contemporary, and the Artist/Mother Podcast. Additionally, a select number of artists will be chosen for an exclusive interview on the Artist/Mother podcast and featured in New Visionary Magazine. Eligibility: This opportunity is open to artists who identify as parents and caregivers based in the United States. We welcome artists of all career levels to apply. | Deadline: December 1st, 2024 | Application and information.
Yale School of Art | Yale Call for Art Recognizing Enslavement | Yale’s Committee for Art Recognizing Enslavement (CARE) is seeking artists with experience in public art, socially engaged art, or participatory art to create artistic interventions, permanent and ephemeral, and related programming in New Haven to address Yale’s historical roles and associations with slavery and the slave trade as well as the legacy of that history. | Deadline: November 30, 2024 | Information and submission form.
Furious Flower Poetry Center | Furious Flower Poetry Prize Poets with no more than one published book are invited to submit up to three poems (no more than a total of 6 pages) for consideration for this prize. The winner and honorable mention receive $1500 and $750 respectively. Submission fee: $15 | Opens: December 15, 2024 | Deadline: February 15, 2024 | More information.
Poetry Society of America | Awards for Poets | The Poetry Society of America has several awards available with a December 31st, 2024, deadline. For more information, visit their website.
JTHAR | Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency | This residency awards an international community of artists the gifts of time and space amidst the extraordinary natural beauty of Joshua Tree National Park. Seven week residencies include scholarship funds, living accommodations, and studio space designed to accommodate a broad range of artistic activity and open studio events. | Fee: $45.00 | Deadline: December 15, 2024 | More information and application.
La Luz de Jesus | Open Call: Luck of the Draw 2025 | La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles, California, showcases figurative and narrative drawings. Mediums accepted are ink, graphite, pencil, chalk, pastels and crayons. There is no theme for the show beyond the medium and showcasing something within or adjacent to the pop-surrealist and lowbrow genre. | Deadline: MARCH 15th, 2025, @ 11:59PM PST | Submission information.
Meridian | Call for U.S. Performer, Artists, and Speakers for Expo 2025 Osaka | Meridian International Center and the United States Department of State’s International Expositions Unit are seeking U.S. Cultural Performers and Expert Speakers to perform and/or speak at the USA Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. This program is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State and is implemented by Meridian International Center. All travel and lodging expenses will be covered by the program. | Deadline: November 30, 2024 | More information and application.
Artist Resources & Learning Opportunities
New Jersey State Council on the Arts | Teaching Artist Communities of Practice | The New Jersey State Council on the Arts is hosting quarterly Teaching Artist Community of Practice meetings. These virtual sessions serve as a platform for teaching artists to share their experiences, discuss new opportunities, and connect with each other and the State Arts Council. These sessions provide an opportunity to network with other New Jersey teaching artists, share challenges and successes of working in our state, and discuss what teaching artistry could look like as we move into the future. | Date & Time: December 4, 2024 @ 3:00 PM ET | Register here. | Questions? Contact: Samantha Clarke - samantha.clarke@sos.nj.gov | 609-984-7019
NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development | SkillUp NJ: Free Online Learning | New Jersey workers – whether or not they are currently unemployed – can now access more than 5,000 free online Skillsoft courses via the SkillUp New Jersey training program. Courses are offered in a variety of high-demand industry sectors, including information technology, business analysis, customer service, project management, and digital literacy. Visit the website for more information. | SkillUp NJ Website
WheatonArts | Teen Arts Council Applications NOW OPEN | WheatonArts’ Teen Arts Council empowers youth to explore their creativity, amplify their voices, and work collaboratively to shape a youth community within a dynamic, safe space where the passions and perspectives of local teens converge with the rich traditions of arts and humanities, thereby sparking an institutional dialogue about our present and future. The program helps students build transferable skills for college, employment, and beyond, with opportunities to explore the arts through creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork. | Deadline: December 1st, 2024 by 11:59pm EST | More information and application.
Noyes Museum of Art of Stockton University - Kramer Hall | Life Drawing with Art Club | Offering an affordable (no stress) way to draw a live model right from the comfort of your home! All skill levels and abilities welcome! These sessions will be offered as hybrid events! While still offering normal Zoom access, the model will be able to be drawn LIVE at Kramer Hall, 30 Front Street Hammonton, NJ 08037. Drawing will start at 8pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early. If attending live, please choose the "Live Event" Ticket option at checkout. | Date & Time: Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM | Location: Kramer Hall - Stockton, 30 Front Street Hammonton, NJ | More information and registration.
Creative Capital | Creative Capital Curriculum for Artists | The Creative Capital Curriculum combines evergreen elements of artist professional development with contemporary critical frameworks in cultural discourse. It offers exercises from working artists, educators, and art industry specialists to enhance artists’ professional development. The Curriculum is FREE for individual, personal use. | More information and registration.
Art Equity | Professional Development Opportunities | Art Equity has several upcoming professional development and workshop opportunities for 2025 focusing on antiracism, equity in the workplace, antiracist approaches to hiring in the workplace, and much more. | More information here.
Springboard for the Arts | Art-Train: Professional Development Opportunities for Artists and Organizations | Art-Train is a virtual technical assistance program for artists, municipal agencies, and community-focused organizations in all sectors, in communities of all sizes across the nation. Trainings are free for artists and for Native, Black, Indigenous and People of Color-led and focused community-based organizations. We have a sliding scale fee for other organizations and agencies. | More information here.
Springboard for the Arts | Upcoming Webinars | Springboard for the Arts has several upcoming webinars focusing on funding, grant writing, writing artist statements, and more. | More information here.
Artwork Archive | Webinars, Upcoming and Already Available | Artwork Archive has several webinars on topics such as pricing your work, understanding copyright laws to protect your work, displaying your art to entice collectors, and more. | More information here.
Visionary Art Collective | Free Resources to Level Up Your Art Practice | The Visionary Artist Collective has free, downloadable resources to help artists on a variety of topics ranging from goal setting to writing artist statements and everything in between. Level up your art practice, and learn how to achieve your goals by studying these free and valuable resources. | Resources.
Artwork Archive | FREE eGuide on Finance and Taxes for Artists | Establish solid financial practices with this free eGuide download & worksheets. To get the eGuide, go to: Artwork Archive Guide to Finances and Taxes
New York Foundation for the Arts | Business of Art- Resources | Providing the best free information to artists of all disciplines is an essential part of NYFA’s mission. Here you’ll find a comprehensive archive pertaining to the practical side of artmaking — “The Business of Art” — created by NYFA staff. Click on the link below to access a wide variety of articles, interviews, and helpful links, which document our professional-development resources for artists. | More resources and information.
New York Foundation for the Arts | Professional Development and Career Advice Resources | Our Career Advice services—NYFA Coaching, Doctor’s Hours, and Work Sample Reviews—offer organizations, artists, creatives, students, and arts administrators online opportunities to receive practical and actionable career advice from industry professionals and specialized NYFA staff. Our roster of experts can assist with cover letter, resume, and art statement reviews and speak to you on topics related to finding a job in the arts, proposal writing, fundraising, marketing, and strategic planning. | More resources and information here.
Artist Networking Opportunities
Stockton University Performing Arts Center | From Then and Now by Junwen Liang, Pianist | From Then and Now is an enchanting piano recital by Junwen Liang. This captivating program features Maurice Ravel's elegant Sonatine, Catherine Likhuta's contemporary Rondo for Piano, and Claude Debussy's evocative Images, Book 2. The afternoon continues with Wanghua Chu's Jasmine Flower Fantasia, Frederic Chopin's dramatic Ballade No. 4, Philip Glass's Etude No. 6, and Franz Liszt's virtuosic Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12. Experience a musical journey spanning traditional to modern compositions in a single unforgettable concert. | Date & Time: Sunday, Nov 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM (ET) | Location: Campus Center Theatre at Stockton | Tickets and information.
Stockton University Performing Arts Center | The Nutcracker by Atlantic City Ballet | Celebrate a long-cherished tradition of wondrous holiday performances from the Atlantic City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”. This beloved ballet tells the story of a little girl named Clara who is given a magical nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve. Embarking on a wonderous journey through the Kingdom of Snow and the Land of the Sweets, Clara encounters many unforgettable and timeless characters. Young and old alike will experience the magic of this marvelous Christmas tale that will create a lifetime of memories. | Date & Time: Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 at 3:00 PM (ET) | Location: Stockton Performing Arts Center | Tickets and information.
Stockton University Performing Arts Center | A Maccabeats Hannukah | Often travelling with little more than the shirts on their backs and the ties on their necks, the Maccabeats have entertained and inspired hundreds of audiences worldwide, from Alabama to (New) Zealand and everywhere in between. Using nothing more than the unadulterated human voice, a clean-cut presentation, and a little Jewish humor, this unique group of singers is able to connect with fans of all backgrounds and ages. | Date & Time: Sunday, Dec 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM (ET) | Location: Stockton Performing Arts Center | Tickets and information.
DC Gallery & Studio | November Artist Meet-Up | This November, DC Gallery & Studio is hosting a South Jersey Artist Meet Up. During this free event, network with other creatives, discuss resources and learn about new & local artist opportunities for 2024. As a Cumberland County Cultural Connector, we’re excited to partner with the South Jersey Cultural Alliance for this Artist Meet Up. | Date & Time: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 starting at 7pm. | More information and RSVP.
Stories of AC | Artist-Activist Meetups | Join Stories of AC for the next to meetups focusing on interdisciplinary art critiques. Interdisciplinary means: visual art, performing art (dance, music, theater, etc.), multimedia art, poetry, prose (excerpts), etc. | Date: Saturday, December 14th (RSVP here) | More information here.
BrickNKulture | Small Business Saturday: Pop Up Shop | Discover the charm of local businesses at our Small Business Saturday Pop Up Shop on Saturday November, 30th from 11:00am-3:00pm. This is the perfect opportunity to support local small businesses, while treating yourself or finding the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones. Make sure to mark your calendars for this exciting event and bring your friends and family along. Whether you're searching for a special gift or simply looking to explore the vibrant small business community, this event is not to be missed! Event is Free & Open to the Public! VENDOR INFO @ https://linktr.ee/TheCulturalCollective Come enjoy music, support small businesses and enjoy the spirit of community! | More information and RSVP.
BrickNKulture | Mural Reveal and Open House | Join BrickNKulture on Saturday, November 23, at 11:30 a.m. for the reveal of our vibrant new mural completed by professional artist Kimisha Turner https://www.kimishaturner.com/. BrickNKulture is housed in a historic building that once belonged to Franklin Davenport, an early 19th century US representative and statesman. Since opening in 2020, we’ve been uplifted by our community’s support, and we would love to have you join us in celebrating this new addition. This mural reflects our commitment to our community and enhancing the neighborhood while preserving the rich history of Woodbury and our building. Come view the mural, meet Kimisha Turner, and tour our space. Enjoy coffee from The Cultural Collective Café, locally sourced pastries, and admire our newest piece of art, bringing new life and color to Broad Street. | Date & Time: Saturday, November 23, at 11:30 a.m. | More information and RSVP.
Rowan University Art Gallery & Museum | Carrying On: Black Panther Artists Continue the Legacy | This exhibition brings together the legacy and current work of four former artists from the Black Panther Party to illuminate the role of art in cultivating a radical imagination and developing activist practices. These cultural pioneers are all dedicated to the belief that art motivates and inspires people to work for their own liberation. Curated by Colette Gaiter | Date: January 21 - March 15, 2025 | Location: 301 High Street Gallery | More information.
Art Club Hammonton | Podcast Series: Welcome to the Clubhouse | Hosted by Sam Seitles and Don Swenson, local artists from all different backgrounds are interviewed on what keeps them creating, how they view life through a creative lens, and a variety of other topics. | Artist Interviews.
Vineland Public Library | In The Skies Fantasy Book Club | Join VPL for a discussion on The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden! Books will be available at the Circulation Desk 3 weeks before the scheduled meeting. They are due on the day of the meeting, so no fines accrue. This book club is for adults. | Date & Time: Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM | Location: The Teen Room in the Vineland Public Library | Register here.
Vineland Public Library | Coloring Café Ages 18+ | Join VPL for a relaxing afternoon of tea and coloring. Supplies, tea, and coffee will be provided. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Vineland Public Library. | Date & Time: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 2pm to 3pm | Location: Community Event Room in the Vineland Public Library | Register here.
Vineland Public Library | Museum Pass Program | The Vineland Public Library has a museum pass program. Museum passes are loaned for a week and allow enjoyment of a variety of venues in the region. | More information here.
Downtown Hammonton | Winter Wonderland & Mistletoe Mart | Join us for the final Third Thursday of the year! Enjoy our Mistletoe Mart holiday art market on S. 2nd St., take a festive trolley ride to see holiday light displays, and hear carolers as you stroll the Downtown District to find new treasures and last-minute gifts at our unique downtown shops. RSVP to learn more as the date approaches. | Date & Time: December 19th, 5pm - 8pm | RSVP and info here.
Artists Sunday | Support Artists the Sunday After Thanksgiving | The Sunday after Thanksgiving is Artists Sunday when consumers are encouraged to shop with local artists, creators and performers. | Date: Sunday, December 1st, 2024 | More information.
Bridgeton Free Public Library | Harvesting History: Cumberland County’s Oyster Legacy Preserved at the John DuBois Maritime Museum | This presentation will use artifacts, photographs, and recorded stories to provide an overview of the oyster industry’s rise during its peak years and the decline due to overharvesting and disease. The public is invited to share their own memories of this booming trade and reflect on current efforts being made to revitalize the oyster industry through sustainable practices. This talk will highlight the enduring legacy of the oystermen and women who contributed to the cultural and economic shape of the region. A selection of artifacts from the museum’s collection will be available to view throughout the event. Attendees will also learn how to knot a monkey fist. Cost is $10/person. Please call 856-451-2620 or email brittlp48@gmail.com to register. | Date & Time: November 23rd, 2024, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm | Location: Bridgeton Free Public Library, 150 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton, NJ 08302 | More information.
Powell Lane Arts | For the Makers: Coffee 4 Creatives | Creativity is amazing … but takes energizing. Help renew and fuel it with Coffee for Creatives. Meet with other artists for some coffee and discussion that may fuel new ideas! The remaining 2024 Coffee 4 Creatives will be held: Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 12 PM - 3 PM. | Space is limited, register here.
Noyes Arts Garage | Noyes Holiday Market & Gingerbread Village | Enjoy the holidays at the Arts Garage in Atlantic City! | Date & Time: Saturday & Sunday - December 14 & 15, 2024 | 12 - 5 PM | Location: Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 | FREE ADMISSION | More information here.
Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance | Paws n Claus Paint Party 2024 | Join the ACAA for an afternoon of paints, paws, beverages and light fare. Join us as we are led by the very talented Jen Burke in painting our very own portrait of our favorite Furkid (or featherkid or scalekid - we dont judge)! Be there for this creative and fun experience! All levels and all ages are welcome! Your $45 registration fee will give you all you need to create your very own masterpiece! Light fare and nonalcoholic beverages provided. Attendees are welcome to bring other beverages. Once you RSVP you will need to send us a high quality photo of your pet so we can have it transferred onto your canvas for the event. All photos and registration MUST be in no later than November 29th! | Date & Time: Sunday, December 8, 2024 - 3 - 6pm | Location: Absecon American Legion Post #28, 560 New Jersey Ave, Absecon, NJ 08201 | Registration and information.
Artist Funding Opportunities
New Jersey State Council on the Arts | New Jersey Heritage Fellowships Grant Program | The New Jersey State Council on the Arts will award up to ten New Jersey Heritage Fellowships to exemplary folk and traditional artists. These Fellowships, which come with an award of $20,000 each, recognize lifetime achievement, artistic excellence, and contributions to our state's living traditional arts heritage. Online and In-Person Information Sessions Available November 2024 - January 2025 | Early Nomination Deadline: January 9, 2025 | Nomination Deadline: February 6, 2025 | More information and nomination form.
South Jersey Information Equity Project | South Jersey Information Equity Project Fellowship | The SJIEP is excited to support fellows with awards of up to $6,000 each to help them report on and tell stories important to Black communities in Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester counties. IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE, APPLICANTS MUST: Reside or work in ATLANTIC, SALEM, CUMBERLAND, BURLINGTON, CAMDEN, or GLOUCESTER County - Be able and willing to produce AT LEAST TWO STORIES OR PIECES OF MEDIA per month of the six-month fellowship - Be able and willing to attend a workshop with local residents to discuss what untold stories and information need gaps. | Deadline: November 25th, 2024 | Application and information.
Ezra Jack Keats Foundation | Ezra Jack Keats Award | The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation invites entries for the annual Ezra Jack Keats Award for a writer and an illustrator of children’s books. The award intends to identify and encourage early talent and promote the creation of outstanding diverse literature for children. The EJK Writer Award is given for distinguished writing and text, not for illustration, while the EJK Illustrator Award is given for distinguished artwork that creatively and skillfully embodies the essence of the story or text. | Deadline: Sunday, December 1, 2024. | More information and application.
Fine Arts Work Center | 2025-2026 Writing Fellowship Application | The Fine Arts Work Center invites applications for its 2025-26 Writing Fellowship, which is open to writers in the emerging stages of their careers. The seven-month fellowship includes an apartment, a monthly stipend of $1,250, plus an exit stipend of $1,000. | Deadline: Monday, December 16, 2024.
Creative Capital | Creative Capital Awards | Creative Capital awards approximately 50 artists each year to create innovative work that pushes formal, conceptual, or social boundaries. The Creative Capital Award provides individual artists with unrestricted project grants which can be drawn down over a multi-year period, as well as bespoke professional development services, and community-building opportunities. Applications are accepted via a national, open call, and awards are made via a democratic, external review process. The 2025 Creative Capital Awards will be announced in print in The New York Times on January 26, 2025 and on our website and other channels. | More information.
MidAtlantic Arts | USArtists International Grants | USArtists International® supports in-person performances by artists from any state or territory in the U.S. at engagements at international festivals, global presenting arts markets, and other eligible engagements outside of the United States. The program funds individuals and ensembles across all performing arts practices and disciplines. Mid Atlantic Arts is committed to the development and expansion of both the careers and artistic goals of U.S. performers by providing connections to audiences, presenters, curators, and their peers through the USAI program. By elevating the voices that reflect a vibrant array of creative expression, we are able to celebrate and share the diversity and imagination of the United States. | Deadline: February 26th, 2025. | Application and information.
Innovate Grant | Artist Grants | Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on their website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant’s commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers through quarterly grants. They’ve simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself, and the application reflects that. | Deadline: December 12th, 2024 by 11:59pm PST | More information and submission guidelines.
coLab Arts | Monthly Artist Grants | coLAB Arts' Monthly Artist Grant celebrates artists in New Jersey who use creative practice to support their local communities and create greater public good. Nominations are now being accepted for the month of October. | Application and information.
First Peoples Fund | Yéigo Action Grant | The Yéigo Action Grant provides support for the growing landscape of Native artists and culture bearers who need financial assistance with a professional development opportunity or towards a hardship that is hindering their creative practice. This program offers grants between $100 and $5,000 for individual Native artists and culture bearers. First Peoples Fund (FPF) finds it essential to support artists in their times of need, especially when their work is impacted by sudden hardship. This grant’s name incorporates the Diné word yéigo, often used as a phrase of encouragement that can mean “keep going” or “don’t give up.” While some requests related to a current artistic project may be eligible, please note that Yéigo Action Grants are not intended to assist with funding new artist projects or to provide general support for an existing project. | Deadline: 10th of every month | More information and application.
NewMusic | Reel Change Film Fund | In October 2020, New Music USA announced the launch of Reel Change: The Fund for Diversity in Film Scoring, powered by SESAC and composer Christophe Beck, sponsored by Amazon Studios, and administered by New Music USA. Responding to the fact that the vast majority of films are scored by white men, Reel Change is a five-year grants and mentorship program for composers of diverse backgrounds who have been marginalized in film composition. | Rolling Deadline. | Application and information.
MidAtlantic Arts | Mid Atlantic Tours Performing Arts Grant | Mid Atlantic Tours brings exemplary performing arts ensembles to communities across the mid-Atlantic region. | More information on how to join the Tour.
American Documentary | Filmmaker Resources & Grant Opportunities | American Documentary has compiled a list of available grants and resources for filmmakers to help jumpstart their careers and fund their film projects. | More information here.
New York Foundation for the Arts | Rauschenberg Emergency Grants | These grants of up to $5,000 support direct treatment expenses that have been incurred, or are needed, for medical, dental or mental health treatment. Artists practicing in the visual arts, film, video, electronic, digital arts, and choreography are eligible. | Deadline: November 26, 2024 | Information and application.
Dramatists Guild Foundation | Emergency Grants | Dramatists (playwrights, composers, lyricists and librettists in the theatrical genre) facing a financial crisis and needing financial assistance and/or support are eligible to apply for an emergency grant. | Deadline: Rolling | More information.
Musicians Foundation | Emergency Grants from Musicians Foundation | Application for one-time financial assistance is open to professional musicians across all genres. You must be a professional music performer, composer/arranger, or educator in a specific time of need caused by an unexpected hardship (e.g., medical or dental situation, natural disaster, or certain housing crises). | Deadline: Rolling | More information and application.
The Pollock-Krasner Foundation | Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant | The Foundation welcomes applications from visual artists who are painters, sculptors, and artists who work on paper, including printmakers. Grants are intended for a one-year period of time. The Foundation will review expenditures relating to an artist’s professional work and personal expenses, and amounts range up to $50,000. Artists must be actively exhibiting their current work in professional artistic venues, such as gallery and museum spaces. | Deadline: Rolling | More information and application.
