Social Art and Culture

???ArtsActivate 2025 Round 3 - OPENING SOON! The City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture is accepting applications for ArtsActivate 2025 Round 3 soon. This project-based cultural funding program supports artistic events that activate Dallas neighborhoods through the arts. Individual artists can apply for grants of $8,000, while nonprofit organizations can receive $12,000 to $16,000, depending on revenue size. This is a fantastic opportunity for artivists to secure funding for projects that engage and inspire the community this coming 2025. Make sure to check the dates of their Information Sessions and visit their website here: https://lnkd.in/g56QHQ9W #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #Artivists #Funding #CommunityEngagement #DallasArts #ApplyNow

?? Curated Funding List by Artist Trust offers Inclusion of All Disciplines ?? Are you looking for funding to take your artistic practice to the next level? There are plenty of opportunities for individual artists, no matter your discipline! From Creative Capital supporting innovative projects to First Peoples Fund empowering Native artists, this list has got you covered. ?? If you're an artist in need of financial assistance, explore emergency grants from Artist Trust here: https://lnkd.in/gp5BKmxF #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #ArtistFunding #GrantsForArtists #CreativeCapital #FundingOpportunities #SupportTheArts #ArtistsInNeed Photo credits to Artist Trust.

The US House of Representatives’ Rules Committee on Monday passed a bill, HR 9495, that, if enacted, would give the US secretary of the treasury the power to strip nonprofits of their tax-exempt status if unilaterally deemed by the Department of the Treasury to be a “terrorist-supporting” organization—a hazy definition that would allow the Trump administration to selectively and arbitrarily target nonprofits viewed as political enemies, critics say. The bill now goes to a full vote on the House floor, expected Thursday. Last week, the bill was defeated by House Democrats—though 52 Democrats broke from their caucus to support the measure—after failing to obtain a two-thirds vote required for procedural reasons. https://lnkd.in/gdfZ_fuC

??? Powerful Voices - ARTivism Showcase ?? Mark your calendars! On November 23, 2024, from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM PST, join the ARTivism Showcase at ARTS at King Street Station in Seattle, WA. This powerful event celebrates the work of 13 rising BIPOC girls and gender-expansive youth who are exploring the intersection of arts and activism through abstract painting, fashion design, and woodworking. The day will feature performances, community networking, and art activities designed to inspire even more artivism in our communities. ?? ?? Want to support the movement? Attend, volunteer, or donate! Let’s empower these young artists to continue making a difference. Click here: https://lnkd.in/gxudGjxQ #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #YouthLeadership #BIPOCArtists #SocialJustice #ArtsForChange #CommunityCelebration #CreativeActivism Photo credits to the owner.

?? Help Us Curate Our END OF THE YEAR Book List! ?? What's the best book you've read in 2024? Share your favorite(s) with us and help create a must-read list for our December 2024 newsletter! List your book(s) by December 1, 2024, and see your favorite in our newsletter. COMMENT DOWN BELOW???????????? #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #BestBooks2024

Please give all the love to the inaugural alumni for the Environmental Justice Artivist Fellowship! The closing ceremony was amazing, and they delivered. Visit socialartandculture.info to learn about their projects. #environment #environmentalart

???? Arts on Prescription: A New Approach to Health What if your doctor could prescribe a visit to an art gallery or a local theater show as part of your treatment plan? This is what Social Prescribing is all about! Doctors are now recommending arts and cultural activities to improve mental health, helping to reduce anxiety, stress, and depression. With proven benefits like increased life satisfaction and emotional well-being, this innovative approach is changing how we view health. Ready to embrace a new culture of health? Get involved and explore how art can become part of your wellness routine here: https://lnkd.in/eWi_H678 ???? #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #SocialPrescribing #HealingThroughArt A community choir for seniors in Athens, Greece (Photo courtesy of Athens Culture Net)

?? Calling All Artivists! The Dresher Ensemble Artist Residency (D.E.A.R.) is now accepting applications for its 2025 program. This residency supports Northern California artists exploring new aesthetic premises and pushing the boundaries of conventional art forms. Selected artists will receive free studio space, up-to-date equipment, and a production stipend of up to $1,500. Application Deadline: November 15, 2024, visit: https://lnkd.in/gjdJvj_j #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #Artivists #ArtistResidency #DresherEnsemble #CreativeOpportunities #ApplyNow Image by Joseph Phillips

??? Amplifying Marginalized Voices Through Art in Times of Crisis ???? It’s inspiring to see how art can become a powerful tool for activism, especially in disaster response. Amplifying Marginalized Voices is using arts-based approaches—like storytelling, visual art, and theater—to give those most impacted by disasters a platform to share their experiences and influence change. This initiative ensures that communities often left out of disaster response conversations are not only heard but seen, giving voice to real stories that deserve attention. By centering the voices of those directly affected, art-based activism builds empathy, fosters resilience, and encourages equitable approaches in managing crises. It’s proof that sometimes, the most powerful way to inspire action is through creativity and human connection. Learn more about this movement and the difference it's making here: https://lnkd.in/gbpYHyCn #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #ArtForChange #CommunityResilience #AmplifyingVoices #DisasterResponse #ArtsBasedActivism Felicia Henry (center) converses with other panelists at the I’m Literally Taking It Out of the Mud exhibition at the Delaware Historical Society. ? Wendell Sisnett/VSSLS, 2023

?? Turn Your Ideas Into Impact with the Artivism Student Action Program (ASAP)! ?? Are you a student looking to create something meaningful at the intersection of art and activism? The Artivism Student Action Program (ASAP) at the University of Wisconsin is here to make that happen! This program boosts your financial capacity to design and implement impactful events that dive into art and activism, cultural enhancement, and community programming. Whether it’s a bold installation, a powerful performance, or a cultural showcase, ASAP wants to support you in bringing it to life. ????? Don’t let funding hold back your vision. If you’re ready to make waves on campus or in the community, apply for ASAP and get the backing you need to make a real impact. Learn more about how ASAP can help you turn your ideas into action here: https://lnkd.in/grBZg5tR Let’s amplify voices and inspire change together! ??? #Artivism #SocialArtAndCulture #StudentActivism #ASAPFund #ArtForChange #CommunityImpact Photo credit to its rightful owner.