Exposure Artists Program
The Exposure Artists Program funds artists and collectives whose creative work increases arts visibility and addresses societal issues, with a focus on diversity, public engagement, and community transformation.
Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2026 (Spring cycle) | July 2026 (Fall cycle)
Funding Amounts: Most recent cycle: $515,000 total awarded to 29 artists; typical awards vary by stream and year.
Summary: Supports artists and collectives for projects that elevate creative work and address societal issues, emphasizing visibility and community impact.
Key Information: Individual artists do not need a fiscal sponsor; collectives must apply with an eligible fiscal sponsor.
Description
The Exposure Artists Program, led by the Pittsburgh Foundation and Opportunity Fund, is designed to support the creative practice of artists and artist collectives whose work increases visibility for the arts and addresses pressing societal issues. The program funds activities that generate, enhance, or create public engagement with the artistic process and artwork, particularly those that contribute to community dialogue and transformation. Since its inception in 2021, the program has prioritized diversity and the amplification of underrepresented voices within the arts.
