Applications are open for the 2022 Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Public Art Challenge supporting innovative temporary public art projects that enhance the vibrancy of cities.
Donor Name: Bloomberg Philanthropies
State: All States
County: All Counties
Territories: American Samoa, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands
Type of Grant: Challenge
Deadline: 02/15/2023
Size of Grant: $1 million
Grant Duration: 24 months
Details:
Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Public Art Challenge encourages mayors to partner with artists, elevating the value of including the creative sector when developing solutions to significant urban issues. The program supports temporary public art projects that celebrate creativity, enhance urban identity, encourage public-private collaborations, and strengthen local economies.
Bloomberg Philanthropies invites mayors of U.S. cities with 30,000 residents or more to submit proposals for projects that demonstrate close partnership between artists, arts organizations and city government, with selected cities receiving up to $1 million each over two years.
Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Arts Program works to showcase the potential of artists to act as civic leaders, drawing attention to and encouraging dialogue around pressing problems. The Public Art Challenge, founded to further this work, supports temporary public art projects that engage communities and enrich the quality of life in cities.
Funding Information
- Up to $1 million will be awarded by Bloomberg Philanthropies for selected projects. The grant may not be used to fund 100% of project costs. The grant is intended to provide catalytic funds as part of a strong, committed group of supporters for each project.
- Grant funds will be available for development and execution of the project over a maximum of 24 months following the announcement of final awards.
Eligibility Criteria
- 30,000+ Residents
- U.S. cities are required to have 30,000 residents or more to apply.
- Lead Applicant
- Applications must be submitted by the mayor or chief executive of the host city on behalf of a collaboration between the city and an artist and/or arts organization.
- Only projects presented in cities in the 50 United States, and territories including Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the US Virgin Islands and the Northern Marianas, will be considered.
Selection Criteria
- Innovative public art project
- Potential for positive impact on the host city
- Proof of clear, specific partnership between local government and artists and/or arts organizations
- Commitment to evaluating outcomes
- Evidence of technical feasibility of the project idea and its implementation (i.e. staff, consultants, fabricators, engineers, strategy for regulatory approvals, etc.)
- Appropriate budget and capacity to leverage other sources of support
- Strong marketing and audience engagement strategies
For more information, visit Bloomberg Philanthropies.
