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Special Initiative for Rebuilding & Resiliency Public Workshops | March 6 – 19, 2013 The City’s Special Initiative for Rebuilding & Resiliency is convening 10 public workshops to learn more about Hurricane Sandy’s impact and discuss long-term strategies for rebuilding. Learn more and find a workshop near you. |
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The Fiscal 2014 Cultural Development Fund Application Period is currently CLOSED. The deadline for Cultural Development Fund applications was February 11, 2013. The Department of Cultural Affairs is no longer accepting applications for Fiscal 2014 funding. Learn more about the agency’s Programs funding process. |
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Mayor Bloomberg Announces Nonprofit Recovery Loan Program for Groups Impacted by Hurricane Sandy $26 Million Program Will Provide Interest-free Loans Ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 to Eligible Nonprofits The NYC Nonprofit Recovery Loan Program will cover losses associated with the disruption of operations and property damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Priority will be given to organizations that have suffered the most severe losses and those that are operating in the worst affected areas. The announcement included additional initiatives targeted to nonprofits including a collaboration with the Lawyers Alliance to provide pro-bono legal assistance, briefings on federal reimbursements, support through the NYC Restoration Centers, and more. Learn more about the loan program and other Sandy-related nonprofit assistance initiatives. |
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DCLA’s Community Arts Leadership Training Program Now Accepting Applications The Department of Cultural Affairs’ Community Arts Development Program (CADP) is launching Community Arts Leadership, a capacity-building initiative offered to leaders of eligible community-based cultural organizations. Through workshops, one-on-one technical assistance, and presentations from the field, the 12-month program focuses on board development, strategic planning, financial management, and other challenges facing nonprofit cultural leaders. There will be no cost for selected participants. Mandatory application workshops run through February 20, 2013. Learn more and apply. |
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Resources for Arts Organizations and Artists Impacted by Hurricane Sandy FEMA & SBA APPLICATION DEADLINES EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 27, 2013 The Department of Cultural Affairs has compiled information on federal, state and local resources for arts organizations and artists impacted by Hurricane Sandy. Access the Disaster Relief Resources document. |
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The New York Community Trust Announces Request for Proposals for Arts & Culture Research in New York State On February 1, 2013 the Arts & Culture Research Fund, a new fund established by The New York Community Trust, the Cultural Data Project (CDP) and other funders, announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for research focused on understanding the cultural sector in New York State. Competitive grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 will be awarded to eligible nonprofits and fiscally-sponsored individuals or organizations to examine a wide variety of topics relating to New York’s creative community including economic impact studies, trends in tourism and education, and more, using information collected by the CDP. The deadline to submit proposals is March 15, 2013. Learn more and access the RFP. |
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2013 Artist Placements Announced for SPARC: Seniors Partnering With Artists Citywide The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA), the Department for the Aging (DFTA), and five local arts councils have announced the selection of fifty artists for SPARC residencies in 48 senior centers across the City. SPARC will provide participating artists with access to studio space and a stipend in exchange for the creation and delivery of arts programming for seniors. See the list of artist placements. Learn more about SPARC. |
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The Cultural Recovery Center Opens in Brooklyn Operated by The Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (FAIC), the Center for Cultural Recovery is a temporary facility in Sunset Park, Brooklyn where artists and cultural groups affected by Hurricane Sandy can receive access to work space and assistance from volunteer preservation professionals. Learn more about the Cultural Recovery Center. |
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Trust for Governors Island Releases Request for Proposals for Historic District Redevelopment Nonprofits Eligible to Apply for Adaptive Reuse Projects at More than 40 Buildings On December 10, 2012, the Trust for Governors Island released a Request for Proposals for the redevelopment of buildings within the Island's Historic District. Applications are due in March 2013. Learn more about the Governors Island RFP. |
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Cultural Venues with Free Hours and Suggested Admission New York City is home to more than 1,200 cultural venues, many of which offer free hours or suggested admission.
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Eye on Culture New York City is home to more than 700 art galleries; 380 nonprofit theater companies; 330 dance companies; 131 museums; 96 orchestras; 40 Broadway theaters; 15 major concert halls; five zoos; five botanical gardens; and one aquarium. Start exploring today! |
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