Arts Mid-Hudson has created an annual fund to provide unrestricted monetary awards to three artists.
Donor Name: Arts Mid-Hudson
State: New York
Counties: Dutchess County (NY), Orange County (NY), or Ulster County (NY)
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 05/24/2022
Size of the Grant: $3,000
Details:
One of the most critical needs for artists is access to unrestricted funds so they may continue their practice, elevate their careers, and be more visible within their community. These funds will enable artists to create work, purchase new equipment, access educational opportunities, and pay their bills. Artists play a crucial role in their communities, creating culture, reflecting community values, and inspiring young people to engage in the arts. They envision a program that supports artists and allows them to continue their work across their region.
Goals
- Support Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster County artists in their career growth and stability.
- Support underrepresented artists in their region including Black, Latina/o/e, Indigenous, Asian, People of Color, LGBTQ+, disabled, and low-income artists. All artists are encouraged to apply.
Funding Information
- The award amount is $3,000 for each artist.
Eligibility Criteria
All artists applying must meet the following criteria:
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of submission.
- A resident of Dutchess, Orange, or Ulster County in New York State.
- May not be enrolled in a full-time degree program.
- Artists working in all artistic disciplines are eligible including, but not limited to, visual, performing, written, digital, traditional, and experimental mediums.
- Artists can be at any stage of their career.
For more information, visit Empowered Artist Award.
