Palette & Purpose Scholarship (formerly "Painting a Complete Picture")

First-generation BIPOC high school seniors who are U.S. citizens, have at least a 2.4 GPA, nonprofit/community-service experience, and are pursuing visual, studio, or performing arts. Formerly titled Painting a Complete Picture. Hosted on Bold.org.

1. Create/log into Bold.org.
2. Open Palette & Purpose when applications reopen.
3. Submit creative response on passion for the arts and impact goals.
4. Complete Bold.org verification.

• Bold.org profile
• Creative example explaining interest in the arts
• Eligibility confirmation (first-gen, BIPOC, GPA, service)

Despite recent progress, BIPOC artists are still highly underrepresented, leaving the arts field sorely lacking in diversity. A recent study found that 85.4% of works across 18 museums in the US were created by white artists, with only 1.2% coming from Black artists and just 2.8% from Hispanic/Latino artists. In order to broaden the perspectives reflected in art, it’s critical to uplift artistic BIPOC students. This scholarship seeks to support first-generation BIPOC high school students who are passionate about pursuing careers in the arts. Any first-generation, BIPOC high school senior who is a US citizen, has non-profit or community service experience, has at least a 2.4 GPA, and is pursuing visual, studio, or performing arts disciplines may apply for this scholarship. To apply, tell us why you’re passionate about the arts. Give us a creative example (short film, original song, etc) of why you’re interested in the arts and how you hope to improve the world through your artistic career.

Winners announced on Bold.org