About the OPPORTUNITY
Update: The next cycle for Individual Artist Awards will open on May 2, 2025 for projects that run October 2025 - September 2026. More information will be announced shortly.
Individual Artist Awards provide up to $5,000 for the following:
- For the purposes of this grant, applicants should refer to the following classifications:
- Emerging Artists - Exceptionally talented, early- to mid-career artists who demonstrate a strong interest and a commitment to continued training.
- Established Artists - Exceptionally talented artists who have demonstrated considerable experience in their field, with a substantial body of work.
- Have a public benefit and enrich the community of central Florida by advancing artistic excellence and increasing access to innovative arts experiences.
- Support activities that further the careers of artists with a professional practice to help them grow and thrive in Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties.
- Support specific activities/work such as presentations, training, research, and/or creation of artwork with tangible outcomes.
Maximum Request Amount: $5,000
- Funding is competitive; not all projects of merit will be funded. (Any applicant whose project will not be possible with partial funding must indicate so in the application.)
- Grant funds may be used to support eligible project-related activities within the grant period. (Applicants will be notified if they include ineligible expenses in their budget.)
- Only one application per individual may be submitted for this grant program, per funding cycle.
Artist Eligibility:
- Artists with a professional practice in literary, media technology (including digital artists), visual, and performing arts can apply but must reside in Lake, Orange, Osceola, or Seminole counties. Proof of residency will be required to receive payment.
- Must be a citizen of the United States, or a permanent legal resident.
- Must plan to reside within one of the four counties listed above throughout the project period, October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must not be a United Arts employee or board member.
- Must not be pursuing an undergraduate degree in the same field during the project period.
*For full eligibility requirements please read the Guidelines document.
If you have any questions, please contact: Cameron Robinson, Outreach Program Officer, Cameron@UnitedArtsCFL.org, (407) 504-0684
