ARTIST PROJECT FUND

The NBAF Artist Project Fund (APF) is a $2000 grant and artistic development program for Metro Atlanta artists seeking funds to complete an ongoing project.

APF seeks to support 20 professional artists over a 6-month period in the completion of an artistic project, foster a sense of community and creative collaboration, and provide immersive artistic and career development experiences to help each participant grow as creative entrepreneurs.

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Video projections of Black Theater icons in conversation

Artist Project Fund Criteria:

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Be of African descent

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Be at least 21 years old

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Reside within the Metropolitan Atlanta area

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Be a professional working artist (we do not fund students)

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Have a project in process that needs additional funding

Application Timeline:

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Application Open: Jan 9 – Feb 4

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Award Notification: Mon, Feb 21

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Co-Hort Program Length: March – August

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Grant Awards Distributed: March Awards Dinner

Eligible Disciplines:

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Visual Art

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Music

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Dance

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Photography

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Literary Arts

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Film/Television

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Theater

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Multi-Disciplinary

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Created in 2020 as a COVID relief fund, the NBAF Artist Project Fund has evolved to nurture artistic talent by supporting the growth and development of artists with financial, professional development, and artistic exploration resources to ensure their projects and careers thrive.

The Artist Project Fund (APF) grants $2,000 and 6-months of artistic development programs for 20 Metro Atlanta artists seeking funds to complete an ongoing project.

APF supports these artists in the completion of an ongoing artistic project, fosters a sense of community and creative collaboration, and provides immersive artistic and career development experiences to help them grow as artists and creative entrepreneurs.

2024 Artist Project Fund Grant Cohort