Artist Resource Trust (A.R.T.) Fund for Organizations
This grant funds nonprofits to commission, purchase, or exhibit work by accomplished mid-career visual artists in New England and select NY counties, emphasizing artistic quality, curatorial vision, and community impact.
Funder: Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 15, 2026: Full application deadline (applications open September 1)
Funding Amounts: Grants generally range from $1,500 to $7,000; 1:1 cash match required.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in New England and select NY counties to commission, purchase, or exhibit work by mid-career visual artists.
Key Information: Applicants notified by March 31; two-year wait required after prior award.
Description
The Artist Resource Trust (A.R.T.) Fund for Organizations provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New England and select counties in New York to commission, purchase, or exhibit work by mid-career visual artists. Established in 1996, the fund aims to enhance the visibility and engagement of artists who have demonstrated at least ten years of active creation and exhibition, with a strong record of artistic achievement. The program emphasizes artistic quality, curatorial vision, and community impact through organizational partnerships.
