"Nova 400," wax pencil on paper by Christina Empedocles.
Think Outside the State
If you're looking for additional funding sources, it may be beneficial to look beyond Vermont's borders. Broadening your search could help you find foundations that support artists in completing projects, developing skills or craft, or just making something awesome.
The Harpo Foundation: This foundation supports emerging visual artists. Their mission is to "stimulate creative inquiry and to encourage new modes of thinking about art."
CEC Arts Link: This organization engages communities through international partnerships, and supports self-directed projects in eligible counties.
The Awesome Foundation: This "ever-growing worldwide community is devoted to forwarding the interest of awesome in the universe" through monthly micro grants.
Justin Kenney with his newly installed work at Sculpturefest in Woodstock. Photo courtesy of The DAILY UV
Alumni Spotlight: Justin Kenney
Justin Kenney works in concrete and steel, representing both change and opposing forces. His work will appear in Woodstock's Sculpturefest this summer. Justin is also the Breaking into Business artist selected to create public art for the Vermont Arts Council Sculpture Garden for the 2017-2019 exhibit.
Read an interview with Justin about his work on the Sculpturefest website.
Featured Artist Opportunity: Get Involved in the National Discussion
The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) announced on July 19 that the House Appropriations Committee approved $145 million for the National Endowment for the Arts. This amount represents a $5 million cut from the previous year.
Take action. The best way is through small, simple steps. Use the Council's
Advocacy Center to find out who your local representatives are, and how to contact them. Be brief: state your name, zip code, and have one point ready to deliver. Thank them for their time and their service.
The
Vermont Arts Council is funded, in part, by a grant from the
National Endowment for the Arts, which requires a 1:1 match from the
Vermont State Legislature. Council grants, programs, and statewide arts promotion would not be possible without the critical funding provided by these government agencies.
