McBrier Grant
McBrier Grant supports arts organizations partnering with artists to develop arts and cultural programs, prioritizing folk and traditional artists, active artist involvement, and authentic relationships.
Funder: Erie Arts and Culture
Due Dates: October 31, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $4,000 total available for grant awards
Summary: Supports arts organizations partnering with artists to develop arts and cultural programs, prioritizing folk and traditional artists.
Key Information: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) arts organizations located in Erie County, Pennsylvania.
Description
The McBrier Family Fund, administered by Erie Arts and Culture, supports arts organizations working in partnership with artists to develop arts and cultural programs. The fund prioritizes partnerships with folk and traditional artists, emphasizing the artist’s active involvement in planning and the organization’s commitment to building authentic relationships.
Supported expenses include supplies and materials, marketing and promotion, and artist stipends. Erie Arts and Culture identifies equitable artist pay as a core value and allows stipends to be negotiated with the artist. Funding comes from an endowment, with staff recommendations approved by the Programs Committee and Board of Directors.
