Grant Program
Bi-Annual awards for exceptional young performing artists.
Program Overview
Each year, the Novick Arts Foundation conducts a competitive awards selection process to recognize and support emerging performing artists of exceptional promise. Our grants provide meaningful financial support to individuals at pivotal stages in an artist's development, enabling recipients to pursue training, performance opportunities, and artistic growth that would otherwise be out of reach.
Award Details
Individual award amounts are determined by artistic merit, demonstrated financial need, and proposed artistic development plans.
Eligibility
The Foundation actively identifies and encourages promising young artists to apply. Eligible applicants include:
- College and conservatory graduates
- Early-career performing artists
- Ages 24 – 40
- U.S. Resident
Selection Criteria
Awards are evaluated by qualified reviewers and the Foundation Board on the following criteria:
- Artistic Excellence Quality of performance and demonstrated talent across the applicant's body of work.
- Potential for Future Achievement The likelihood of significant artistic development and contribution to the field.
- Commitment Evidence of dedication, discipline, and seriousness of purpose in pursuing the art form.
- Impact of Award The degree to which Foundation support can meaningfully advance the artist's career or education.
How to Apply
Applicants submit the following materials through the Foundation's online application portal:
- Online application form
- Artistic résumé or biography
- Personal and artistic goals statement
- Performance recordings / work samples
- Professional references
- Project proposal with budget