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What We Do > Grants > Cultural Entrepreneur Fund — Brooklyn Arts Council Charlene Victor and Ella J. Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund The Charlene Victor & Ella J. Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund honors the legacy of Brooklyn Arts Council’s founder, Charlene Victor, and former president, Ella J.
Weiss, a passionate advocate for the cultural life of the borough. Victor and Weiss paved new paths for generations of Brooklyn-based women artists and arts leaders. Note: Spanish guidelines available upon request.
Please contact grants@brooklynartscouncil. org for more information. 2027 Application Guidelines Frequently Asked Questions The Charlene Victor & Ella J.
Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund, made possible by the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) , is designed to support the professional development of Brooklyn's emerging and mid-career women artists and arts administrators. This annual grant will provide awardees with the necessary support to leverage their creative passions with the entrepreneurial skills necessary to maintain sustainable creative careers.
Every year, individuals receive an award of $3,500 each. Charlene Victor founded Brooklyn Arts Council in 1966. Victor created a platform to support individual artists in Brooklyn through vibrant arts programming and services.
She expanded the mission of the organization to provide grants to artists in 1980 and was dedicated to creating equity in access to arts experiences for Brooklyn residents. Ella J. Weiss served as Brooklyn Arts Council's President from 1999–2015.
In that time, Weiss expanded programs and brought stability and leadership to the organization, forging the foundations for our prominent force in the cultural scene. Under her leadership, Brooklyn Arts Council enhanced its partnerships with the borough and with city and state agencies, and introduced innovative new professional services for artists and cultural groups. In 2026, $10,500 in funding was provided to 3 artists.
Applications Open: August 17, 2026 Applications Close: October 11, 2026 Charlene Victor, Brooklyn Arts Council Founder and Executive Director 1966–1991 Ella J. Weiss, Brooklyn Arts Council President 1999–2015 Applications Open: August 17, 2026 Applications Close: September 27, 2026 Want to become involved with Brooklyn Arts Council's grantmaking efforts? We welcome you to become a panelist for our upcoming cycle of grant applications.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Woman-identifying Brooklyn artists. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The Cultural Entrepreneur Fund is funded by Brooklyn Arts Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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