The NBAF Artist Project Fund (APF) is a $2000 award 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
Created in 2020 as a COVID relief fund, the NBAF Artist Project Fund (APF) supports 12 professional artists in the completion of an ongoing artistic project with a $2000 cash award in 2026. APF fosters a sense of community and creative collaboration, and provides immersive artistic and career development experiences to help participants grow as artists and creative entrepreneurs.
Congratulations to the 2026 Artist Fund Cohort! NBAF is happy to support their projects. The Artist Project Fund is supported in part by the Wilhelm Family Foundation.