Chattanooga, September 28, 2025
News Summary
Chattanooga is enhancing its local art community with $48,000 awarded to twelve local artists and non-profit organizations through the Artists Work grant program. This funding, part of an initiative by ArtsBuild, supports creativity in public spaces, contributing to the cultural fabric and economic stimulation of the area. Since its inception in October 2020, the program has distributed a total of $367,000 across 55 awards, furthering the careers of local creatives and ensuring accessible arts programming.
Chattanooga is making strides in supporting its local art community with the announcement from ArtsBuild regarding the latest grant recipients in the Artists Work grant program. The program has awarded a total of $48,000 to twelve local artists, artist studios, and non-profit arts organizations in a bid to foster creativity and artistic production in public spaces throughout the city.
The grants are part of an ongoing effort to enhance the visibility and quality of the arts in Hamilton County, providing funding to individuals and organizations that contribute to the cultural fabric of the area. This funding comes from the National Endowment for the Arts alongside contributions from individual donors who support ArtsBuild’s annual campaign.
Since the program was initiated in October 2020, a total of 55 awards have been distributed, amounting to $367,000 awarded throughout its lifespan to empower local creatives. This recent round of funding continues to uphold the commitment of the ArtsBuild organization to assist artists in expanding their careers while ensuring that high-quality arts programming is accessible to the community.
The recipients of the latest grants were selected by panels composed of local community members, ensuring a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds in the selection process. The aims of these grants extend beyond mere financial assistance; they seek to stimulate the local economy and imbue public spaces with creativity and artistic expression.
For those interested in the specifics of the projects funded through this grant program or looking for more information on future grant opportunities, the Director of Grants & Community Engagement, Melissa Astin, is available for inquiries. She can be reached at (423) 777-4214 or via email at [email protected].
This announcement highlights an ongoing commitment from ArtsBuild to support local talents and cultivate a vibrant arts environment in Chattanooga. The organization continues to serve as a key facilitator in the growth and outreach of the city’s art scene.
FAQ
What is ArtsBuild?
ArtsBuild is an organization that supports individual artists, artist studios, and non-profit arts organizations in Chattanooga.
How much funding was announced for the latest grant round?
A total of $48,000 was awarded to twelve recipients in the latest round of the Artists Work grant program.
What is the purpose of the Artists Work grants?
The purpose of the grants is to produce artworks for public spaces in Chattanooga.
Who provided the funding for this round of grants?
Funding for this round was provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and individual donors to ArtsBuild’s annual campaign.
How many awards have been given since the program started?
Since the program’s beginning in October 2020, a total of 55 awards have been given.
What is the total amount awarded since the program started?
The total amount awarded since the program started is $367,000.
Who selects the grant recipients?
The recipients were selected by panels composed of local community members.
What are the goals of the grant program?
These grants aim to help local artists expand their careers and present high-quality arts programming throughout Hamilton County.
Who can be contacted for more information about the grant programs?
For more information about the projects and grantmaking programs, Melissa Astin, Director of Grants & Community Engagement, can be contacted at (423) 777-4214 or [email protected].
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