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Find similar grantsArts Meets Activism Grant is sponsored by Kentucky Foundation for Women. Supports projects that use art to address social justice issues, including those related to mental health, female empowerment, and justice-involved individuals.
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Art Meets Activism Grants - Kentucky Foundation For Women Art Meets Activism Grants Mini Grants for KFW Grantees Kentucky Feminine Artists Timeline Art Meets Activism Grants Art Meets Activism Grants What is the KFW Art Meets Activism Grant? The Art Meets Activism (AMA) grant supports feminist artists and organizations to lead community members in participatory art making that directly advances positive social change.
At KFW, we believe that active engagement in creativity and the arts, not passive observance, is what facilitates mind and body changes and creates lasting social change impact. Applicants must Kentucky-based artists and organizations that demonstrate their commitment to feminism, their ability to lead community members in art making, and have a concrete plan for positive social change through arts-based activities.
All KFW’s grants are arts-based, feminist in nature and for Kentucky residents. The ACD mini-grant is only for previous KFW grantees in the AMA and AE grant programs. There have been some changes regarding how grant funds may be used.
Consult the eligibility checklist for up-to-date information on what KFW can and cannot fund. One-time events that were funded in the past are no longer eligible for funding beginning in 2024. For one-time events, look at our Sponsorships to see if your event is a good fit.
The following are the grant criteria reviewers use to evaluate Art Meets Activism (AMA) applications: The application and art sample: show high artistic quality and a clear ability to lead others in participatory art making offer a concrete plan aligned with KFW’s mission to promote positive social change by supporting varied feminist expression in the arts.
directly benefit women, girls, trans, and gender nonconforming people in Kentucky are clearly outlined and can be completed during the grant year demonstrate a way to measure and evaluate impact. The submitted budget shows the applicant’s ability to manage grant funds. Peer Panel Review: KFW grant recommendations are made by a panel of independent peer reviewers.
Recommendations are sent to the KFW Board of Directors for final approval. KFW staff do not make funding decisions. What to Expect When Applying The Art Meets Activism Grant application will ask applicants to clearly describe the participatory artmaking activities proposed, including a timeline and work plan.
The applicant will also discuss their understanding and practice of feminism, and the social change impact of their work. Additional requirements include budget, art samples, and other essential grant components. Click here to view examples of past AMA grantee projects.
Grant Deadlines and Timeframe Application Deadline: Typically, the last Monday in February. Decision notifications: Typically occur in June. Grant Timeline: AMA grant activities must take place between July 1 and June 30 of the following year.
Final Report: Due 30 days after the grant year ends.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individual artists and organizations in Kentucky. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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