CultureWorks awards over $300,000 to Richmond-area artists and organizations

We are excited to announce that we’ve received a cultural equity grant from CultureWorks to support our Community Studio program, which provides low-wealth artists with 24/7 studio access, cohort-based printmaking training, exhibition opportunities, and free access to all Studio Two Three classes.

“CultureWorks has announced that more than $300,000 has been awarded to 17 organizations and 17 professional artists across the Richmond and Tri-Cities region through its grant program.

In November, CultureWorks was awarded a $250,000 American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, of which $200,000 was specifically earmarked for sub-granting through a cultural equity grants program.

Support for the CultureWorks grant program also comes from Altria Group, the Community Foundation for a greater Richmond, and individual donors.

The grant program aims to focus on two areas: cultural equity and building capabilities. According to organizers, cultural equity grants support initiatives that reach, serve and engage underrepresented populations in the community, while building capabilities grants uplift artists and organizations by improving infrastructure, technology and strategic development.”