Call for entries --- Masterwork Foundation Community Grant Opportunities

May 20th release

Apply to masterworkarts@gmail.com by midnight Wednesday, June 12th to be considered for the 2019-2020 grant season.

Each year, Masterwork Foundation issues a number of community grants to organizations or individuals striving for excellence in the arts. This year, the Masterwork Foundation Board has refined the criteria. For the 2019-2020 community grant season, we’ll be giving out three grants. One grant will be given at the $1,000 level. Two additional grants will be given at the $500 level. Artists and Arts Organizations in New Jersey and New York are encouraged to apply.

Here are more specifics on our grant criteria: We’re looking for the best proposals for arts projects that encompasses fine and performing arts - including music, dance, visual, theatrical and literary works. Individual aspiring artists and arts organizations in New Jersey and New York are encouraged to apply, including past awardees. Applicants will need to fill out the official form and submit to masterworkarts@gmail.com by midnight Wednesday, June 12th, 2019. Works that illustrate a commitment to excellence in the arts -- either through theme or by design will receive greater consideration. Works that engage the community in some way will receive greater consideration. Applicants should identify how Masterwork Foundation will be recognized in relation to the work. Awardees agree to be featured in Masterwork promotional materials, promote Masterwork offerings and will be required to participate in a Masterwork fundraising event. Awardees will be notified by June 30th.

How to apply: Email masterworkarts@gmail.com for your application. Fill it out and email it back to masterworkarts@gmail.com before midnight Wednesday, June 12th, 2019.

For questions about the above contact masterworkarts@gmail.com

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