NYC Arts Nonprofits Receive $8.4M in Grants from Mayor's Office
On August 17, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the New York City Department of Small Business Services unveiled a funding initiative totaling over $8.4 million aimed at enhancing nonprofit and small business projects, including public art and arts programs, primarily in Brooklyn. A total of 89 grants will be awarded, benefiting organizations such as the Red Hook Art Project, Project for Public Spaces, Fourth Arts Block, and Art on the Ave. This funding will assist with project expenses, promotion, venue leasing, and events. Creative Time's Jean Cooney highlighted the importance of this effort in improving cultural accessibility and resources.
Key facts
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYC Department of Small Business Services announced $8.4 million in grants.
- 89 grants were disbursed across the city, with most funds going to Brooklyn.
- Recipients include Red Hook Art Project, Project for Public Spaces, Fourth Arts Block, and Art on the Ave.
- Grants can cover project expenses, marketing, programming materials, space rentals, and event costs.
- Announcement made on August 17.
- Jean Cooney of Creative Time called it a pivotal moment for public art.
- The grants support nonprofit and small business initiatives, including public art commissions and arts programming.
Entities
Institutions
- New York City Department of Small Business Services
- Mayor's Office
- Red Hook Art Project
- Project for Public Spaces
- Fourth Arts Block
- Art on the Ave
- Creative Time
Locations
- New York City
- Brooklyn