Overview
The Artists in Queens Grant supports artists that live in Queens for the creation of new work in a community setting. These grants highlight the role of artists as important members of the community as they enhance the cultural climate in communities and neighborhoods where they live and work.
Applicants may make only one project request of $5,000. Unincorporated artist groups and collectives may also apply, with a Queens-based artist member acting as the lead applicant for their proposal.
Successful applications will show how the requested funds will:
- Strengthen community bonds
- Increase overall awareness and greater access to cultural activities in Queens
- Advance the applicant artist's career
- Engage with the community
This program is supported by the New York State Council on the Arts, Statewide Community Regrants Program (formerly the Decentralization program) with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.
Applicant Eligibility
Artists in Queens Grants are open to Queens-based individual artists to fund the creation of new work that engages the community.
Individual Artist Eligibility
Eligible applicants must:
- Be a current Queens resident and be able to provide a valid proof of residency.
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
- NOT be enrolled in a full time degree seeking program during the grant period.
- Artists disciplines can include (but are not limited to): Craft / Textiles, Community Arts, Dance, Digital / Electronic Arts, Film/Video, Folk/Traditional Arts, Interdisciplinary Work, Literature, Music/Sound, Puppetry, Theater and Performance, Visual Arts.
Eligibility for Unincorporated Artist Groups and Collectives
Queens-based unincorporated artist groups and collectives may apply if they designate a Queens-based artist to be the application lead. The application lead must meet all eligibility requirements for individual artists to apply as an individual on behalf of the group.
Community Engagement Requirement
Artists In Queens Grant projects must have a community engagement component. The project must engage a segment of the community through a public program, such as an exhibition or performance that is open to the public, and/or the inclusion of community involvement in the development and creative process of the artists' project.
First-time applicants are required to attend an information session before applying. Any one member of an organization or artist group may attend an info session on behalf of their group.