The Individual Artist Projects grant supports artists living in Berkeley in creating new work. The new work must include a public presentation.
Donor Name: City of Berkeley
State: California
City: Berkeley
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/01/2023
Size of the Grant: $4,000
Details:
The City of Berkeley Civic Arts program commits to equity within the arts and culture sector by consistently evaluating its programs and practices. The City recognizes the multiple benefits the arts provide, regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
Funding Information
The Individual Artist Project grant is a $4,000 award.
Funding Use – Grant money can be used for these things
A project budget is not required for this application. Examples of eligible expenses for this funding include, but are not limited to:
- Artist fees
- Equipment rentals
- Living expenses during the Grant Activity Period (for example, rent, utilities, childcare, etc.)
- Stipends for collaborators
- Supplies and materials needed for the project
- Venue or studio fees
Who is encouraged to apply?
Artists in any phase of their artistic career including emerging, midcareer, and established artists Although not considered in review process, individuals representing systemically marginalized identities, including but not limited to: Arab, MENASA (Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian); Asian; Black, African American; California Native American, Indigenous, Tribal; Disabled; Elders, Seniors; Latinx, Chicanx; LGBTQIA2S+; Low Income; Neuro-Divergent; Pacific Islander; People of Color; Trans and/or Non-Binary People; Immigrants (Documented and/or Undocumented), Refugees, Asylum Seekers, Migrants; Unhoused; Unsheltered; Veterans; or Youth 18 years of age or older are strongly encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicant is an individual artist and not applying as a partnership, group, or collective
- Applicant is resident of the City of Berkeley
- Applicant is an artist working in dance, film and new media, folk and traditional arts, literary arts, music, social practice, theater, or visual arts
- Applicant is 18 years of age or older
Please note: Individual Artist Project grantees do not use Fiscal Sponsors.
Project Requirements
- All project components must be completed within the Grant Activity Period.
- Public presentation. A public presentation in Berkeley is required. In-person or virtual presentations may include, but are not limited to: performing arts productions; visual art presentations, exhibitions or public art projects; social practice projects; media arts or film screenings; literary readings; or artist talks.
For more information, visit Individual Artist Projects.
