The Charlene Victor & Ella J. Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund for 2025, managed by the Brooklyn Arts Council (BAC), provides two $2,500 grants to Brooklyn-based women artists and arts administrators to support their professional development. The fund is designed to help women strengthen their entrepreneurial skills and sustain their creative careers. Applications are due by November 8, 2024, and funded activities must take place between January 1 and December 31, 2025.
Eligible applicants must be Brooklyn residents or work primarily in Brooklyn and must propose professional development activities such as workshops, artist residencies, boot camps, or conferences. The grant does not fund project development, general operating expenses, or production-related costs. Applicants will need to submit a narrative detailing the professional development activities, a budget, and proof of Brooklyn residency or employment with a Brooklyn-based nonprofit.
Priority will be given to women artists and administrators with a history of community service in Brooklyn, demonstrating passionate advocacy for the borough’s cultural life. The application must include work samples, a resume or bio, and any applicable supporting documents like press kits. Grantees are required to submit a final report by January 15, 2026.
The BAC encourages applicants to attend information sessions and provides support throughout the application process via their online platform, Submittable.
