Jeffrey L. Nissen Arts Education & Development Fund and Open Jar Studios Open Applications For Spark Grant Program
Individual aspiring artists located in the tri-state area of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut are encouraged to apply.
The Jeffrey L. Nissen Arts Education & Development Fund has opened applications for the Spark Grant, a new program designed to support artists looking to develop new work. In partnership with Open Jar Studios, this program will award studio space credits on a rolling basis, as availability allows. Individual aspiring artists located in the tri-state area of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria and Guidelines:
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Open to all multidisciplinary and performing artists.
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Grants can be used for any activities related to the development of the artist's project, including meetings, rehearsals, presentations, filming, etc.
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All studio bookings must be made after the notification of the award.
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Applicants that illustrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through reach, theme and/or by design are encouraged to apply.
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No owner nor partial owner of Open Jar Studios are ineligible to apply for the Spark Grant Program.
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All activities in the studios must comply with Open Jar Studios rental guidelines and safety regulations. To learn more, visit https://www.openjarstudios.com/cancellation.
How to Apply:
Artists interested in applying for the Spark Grant can visit the Jeffrey L. Nissen Arts Education & Development Fund's website at www.jlnarts.org/spark-grant to review the full eligibility criteria and submit their application.
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