2025 Transgender, Gender Diverse, Intersex + Arts Grant

The City of West Hollywood's Transgender, Gender Diverse, Intersex (TGI+) Arts Grant, initiated in 2013, aims to support and enhance the presentation of artworks by artists, artist collectives, groups, and non-profit organizations deeply committed to the transgender, non-binary, intersex, and gender non-conforming community. This grant is designed to foster artistic expression and cultural exploration within this community, aligning with the city's broader mission to champion local cultural resources and expand arts audiences. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are individual artists, artist collectives, groups, and non-profit organizations that have a proven history of supporting TGI+ artists. The program targets the TGI+ community directly, seeking to amplify their voices, express their experiences, and explore identity and culture through artistic processes. Impact goals include engaging residents and visitors with the arts, increasing access to quality arts programming that is financially and geographically accessible, and supporting the professional and business development of transgender artists to aid in capacity building and sustainability. The grant prioritizes projects that take place within the City of West Hollywood or immediately adjacent areas in 2025, with a focus on single presentations rather than extended series. Applicants must demonstrate a significant commitment to and involvement with the TGI+ community and be based in LA County. A key focus is on encouraging innovative programming and artwork from transgender artists, with a strong emphasis on marketing and outreach strategies targeting West Hollywood residents and constituents. Expected outcomes include expanded arts audiences, increased access to diverse arts experiences for West Hollywood residents, and enhanced revenues for local businesses through arts-business partnerships. Measurable results will likely involve tracking audience engagement, the number of TGI+ artists supported, the reach of marketing efforts, and the overall impact on the local cultural landscape and economy. The grant's strategic priority is to create an inclusive and supportive environment for TGI+ artistic expression, contributing to a vibrant and diverse arts community in West Hollywood. The foundation's theory of change posits that by providing direct financial support and fostering an enabling environment, TGI+ artists will be empowered to create, showcase, and sustain their artistic endeavors. This, in turn, will lead to greater visibility and understanding of trans and gender non-conforming experiences, enrich the cultural fabric of West Hollywood, and stimulate local economic activity through the arts. The grant acts as a catalyst for both individual artist development and broader community engagement. With a total of $30,000 available and a maximum award of $6,500 per artist or organization, the grant demonstrates a tangible commitment to these goals. Eligible organizations must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits or fiscally sponsored, ensuring accountability and furthering the professionalization of TGI+ arts initiatives.