AMPLIFY grant 2021
ABOUT THE GRANT
Designed for artists of color, AMPLIFY is a publicly-funded grant created with the intention of investing in artistic success.
Despite contributing more to the economy than agriculture, transportation, and construction, the importance of the arts in society is often overlooked. Artists are underpaid, overworked, and expected to build their career on the promise of "exposure." These hardships, combined with systemic disparity and economic inequality, often put artists who don't have the means to pay for expensive educational resources at a significant disadvantage.
The AMPLIFY grant aims to provide artists with a chance to invest in their professional development by celebrating awardees with a one-time grant of $500. There will be two cycles of this grant to address the needs of artists at different stages in their careers. Eligibility for the first is outlined below.
Despite contributing more to the economy than agriculture, transportation, and construction, the importance of the arts in society is often overlooked. Artists are underpaid, overworked, and expected to build their career on the promise of "exposure." These hardships, combined with systemic disparity and economic inequality, often put artists who don't have the means to pay for expensive educational resources at a significant disadvantage.
The AMPLIFY grant aims to provide artists with a chance to invest in their professional development by celebrating awardees with a one-time grant of $500. There will be two cycles of this grant to address the needs of artists at different stages in their careers. Eligibility for the first is outlined below.
ELIGIBILITY
This first grant cycle will be designated for BIPOC artists who demonstrate proficiency, potential, and passion in their artistic medium between the ages of 23-31.
Applicants must demonstrate that they are actively pursuing artistic development and/or are committed to a career in the arts. This grant is designed for emerging and mid-level artists. Artists who demonstrate significant potential and evidence of consistent achievement are encouraged to apply.
All artistic disciplines are accepted. Artists of intersecting identities are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants are not required to prove citizenship, but must reside in the USA or local territories.
For any questions or clarification on eligibility, please email artists.resources@gmail.com.
Applicants must demonstrate that they are actively pursuing artistic development and/or are committed to a career in the arts. This grant is designed for emerging and mid-level artists. Artists who demonstrate significant potential and evidence of consistent achievement are encouraged to apply.
All artistic disciplines are accepted. Artists of intersecting identities are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants are not required to prove citizenship, but must reside in the USA or local territories.
For any questions or clarification on eligibility, please email artists.resources@gmail.com.
APPLICATION
CONGRATULATIONS TO JASMINE MITCHELL - RECEIPIENT OF AMPLIFY GRANT (CYCLE I).
To learn more about her efforts in the theater/arts world, visit her website here.
THE AMPLIFY GRANT CYCLE I is CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON CYCLE II
Essay/Video Submission
Applicants must submit a 500 word (max) essay outlining the following information:
Online Portfolio Requirements
Portfolios should be viewable via web-link and demonstrate your ability and growth as an artist
IMPORTANT DATES
Applications Open - Early March (Exact date TBD)
Applications Close - Late March (Exact date TBD)
Applicants will be judged on their ability to demonstrate the following:
For resources on developing a well-rounded grant application, please visit www.cristina-camacho.com/artists-x-artists.
To learn more about her efforts in the theater/arts world, visit her website here.
THE AMPLIFY GRANT CYCLE I is CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON CYCLE II
Essay/Video Submission
Applicants must submit a 500 word (max) essay outlining the following information:
- Describe your experience(s) in your creative field (i.e. your artistic resume).
- What goals do you have for your career as an artist?
- Explain how your identity and/or life experiences have contributed to your overall artistic voice.
- If you were to receive this grant, how would you invest the money in your artistic career and local community?
Online Portfolio Requirements
Portfolios should be viewable via web-link and demonstrate your ability and growth as an artist
- Accepted forms include Digital Reels, YouTube/Vimeo playlists, Websites, Online Galleries, etc.
- Portfolios must be publicly viewable OR a password must be provided in the application form
- Instagram will not be accepted as a form of portfolio.
IMPORTANT DATES
Applications Open - Early March (Exact date TBD)
Applications Close - Late March (Exact date TBD)
Applicants will be judged on their ability to demonstrate the following:
- A commitment to artistic development and/or a career in the arts
- A proficiency in their artistic medium and potential for growth
- A clearly developed intention to use the award to invest in further development as an artist
For resources on developing a well-rounded grant application, please visit www.cristina-camacho.com/artists-x-artists.
Special thanks to the members of our community who made this grant possible through shares, donations, and purchases.
Kasjah S., Mike C., Brian C., Mia G., Courtney F., Don L., Lindsay C., Jarrell S., Katie I., Marv H., Jessica J., Raquel L., Michael S., Vlad F., Berenice F., Jeff C., Evanka W., Jacky L., Carolina A., Brian H., Fay Y., Bethany D., KiKi H., Greg D., Vesela K., Jared P., Jasmine M., Alicia C., Stephen L., Shamonet H., Kiara H., Jordana G., Angad K., Julika C., Tulani A., Lynn C., Bianca B., Oliver S., Tri L., Feyi Q., Franklin G., Alana H., Jana M., Jourdan W., Jade P., those who wish to remain Anonymous, and many more.
Kasjah S., Mike C., Brian C., Mia G., Courtney F., Don L., Lindsay C., Jarrell S., Katie I., Marv H., Jessica J., Raquel L., Michael S., Vlad F., Berenice F., Jeff C., Evanka W., Jacky L., Carolina A., Brian H., Fay Y., Bethany D., KiKi H., Greg D., Vesela K., Jared P., Jasmine M., Alicia C., Stephen L., Shamonet H., Kiara H., Jordana G., Angad K., Julika C., Tulani A., Lynn C., Bianca B., Oliver S., Tri L., Feyi Q., Franklin G., Alana H., Jana M., Jourdan W., Jade P., those who wish to remain Anonymous, and many more.