Artist’s Resource Trust

The Artist's Resource Trust (A.R.T.) Fund for Individuals is a grant program designed to support mid-career visual artists residing in New England or specific counties in New York. It is managed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. The A.R.T. Fund was established in 1996 with the mission of providing financial support to artists who have shown a sustained commitment to their practice. The fund was initially supported through annual contributions and is now being strengthened through the establishment of a permanent endowment. The program aims to assist mid-career visual artists—including painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, and mixed-media artists—who have at least a decade of active artistic practice and exhibition history. Applicants must live in New England (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont) or in Columbia or Northeast Dutchess Counties in New York. Residency in one of these locations must have been maintained for a minimum of two years prior to applying. In addition, applicants who have received a previous A.R.T. fellowship must allow at least eight years to elapse before reapplying. Funding is awarded in the form of unrestricted fellowships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. These grants can be used for any expense that enhances the artist’s ability to produce work. Eligible uses include, but are not limited to, the purchase of materials and equipment, studio rent, travel, and costs associated with residencies. The awards are considered taxable income, and recipients are responsible for their own tax obligations. The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation reports the award to the Internal Revenue Service via Form 1099 each December. Applications open on September 1 and must be submitted by October 15. Artists must create an account and submit their application through the SlideRoom portal, which allows for digital uploads of artwork samples. Applications are reviewed by a rotating committee composed of curators and artists who evaluate the quality of submitted images as the primary selection criterion. Additionally, financial need is considered and verified by foundation staff to ensure equitable access to support. All applicants will be notified of funding decisions by March 31 of the following year. Each recipient is expected to submit a report within one year of receiving the grant. The A.R.T. Fund emphasizes diversity and inclusion in its decision-making process and strives to provide fair opportunities to all eligible artists within its geographic scope. There is no public contact email or phone number provided in the grant materials. Applicants are directed to apply online through the foundation’s digital portal.