2020 has brought an unexpected shift in the world for everyone. We are particularly concerned about the artist and the world for their creativity.

 

Artists have lost income, exhibits and exposure as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19) due to cancelled performances, exhibitions, commissions, teaching jobs, workshops, speaking forums and etc.

 

The Art Altruist and Art Synergy of Palm Beach County are pleased to launch a joint initiative in 2020 with two art auctions to help working artists survive the impact of COVID-19 and in recognition of the contributions of Fine Art and its impact on cultural life.

 

The Art Altruist/Art Synergy Fund is making available funds to support the artist in these trying unpredictable times. The grant funds are unrestricted and may be used by artists to help with financial issues they are facing as a result of the impact of this pandemic, such as rent, utilities, medical costs, insurance, food, etc. Our mission is to foster a productive environment and a hand up in the crisis, so that artists can continue to create, show and sell their work.

 

The grant program makes available unrestricted funds for Artist.
The grant program eligibility is listed below in this document.
The grant program is immediately open for application.

A Completed Grant Package will include 1) the application and 2) the required documents listed below as labeled attachments:

 

• Resume - CV - Bio (PDF preferred)

• Artist Statement of Work (Word limit 200)

• Statement of Need (Word limit 300)
  o Outlining need for grant
  o Outlining the financial Impact of COVID-19 on Artistic Practice

• Work Samples (2 REQUIRED): IN DIGITAL FORM : images, video, audio, excerpt of script, etc...
  ( if you have difficulty uploading as an attachment to your submission, e mail: curator@theartaltruist.com)

 

 

ELIGIBILITY:

All professional artists are eligible to apply for this one-time grant. A professional artist is defined as a person who, over a sustained period of time. This professional artist is further defined as:

 I: Having created and presented a recognized body of original artwork

(e.g., visual and media artists, composers, choreographers, playwrights, poets, theater/film directors, costume designers, etc.);

OR

II: Having established a career as an interpretive artist

(e.g., actors, musicians, dancers, singers, etc.);

AND

III: One who is striving to achieve the highest level of professional recognition. Professional artists demonstrate a sustained commitment to their artistic work, on an ongoing basis, and pursue this work as a means of livelihood.

•   Applicants must demonstrate a serious and urgent need for

   financial assistance to be considered for this support.

•   Applicants must be over 18 years of age.

•   An Artist with Florida residency will be given special consideration.
Proof of residency may be required.

 

3 DEADLINES:

September 15th 2020

September 30th 2020

at 11:59 PM

AWARDS:

Grant award amounts may range from $100 to $500. Applications will be evaluated on a first come, first served basis.

Grants will be reviewed and rewarded on or before 10 days after each application deadline.
Applicants will be contacted via phone once the grant is approved and money will be disbursed with in 3-5 days from notification of award. 

Grants are all subject to the availability of funds. If funds remain available, a third deadline will be announced.

 

TO APPLY: 

A Complete Grant Package will include the application and the labeled attachments as listed below:

 

• Resume or CV or Bio (PDF preferred)

• Artist Statement (Word limit 200)

• Total Financial Impact of COVID-19 on Your Artistic Practice

• Statement of Need (Word limit 300)
  o Outlining need for grant
  o Outlining the financial Impact of COVID-19 on Artistic Practice

• Work Samples (3 REQUIRED): IN DIGITAL FORM : images, video, audio, excerpt of script, etc...
  ( if you have difficulty uploading as an attachment to your submission, e mail: curator@theartaltruist.com)

  

Return the Artist Grant Program Package to: curator@TheArtAltruist.com