The intent of this funding is to help offset costs associated with creating public murals—materials, supplies, surface preparation, and possibly installation/maintenance aspects—so that publicly visible art is more achievable. The funders also ask that the host contribute some support (monetary or otherwise), showing shared investment in the project’s success.
Geographically, the grant is restricted to a local/regional area—artists must live in or near the city or county where the host wall is located. The mural must be exterior (outside), visible to the public, and the wall secured ahead of time (with legal agreement in place).
Grant amounts are moderate—enough to make a meaningful difference but not meant to fully fund very large or major structural works. Artists apply on a competitive basis. Deadlines occur in specific cycles, rather than permanently open applications, and decision notices are issued after each review period. Projects awarded are meant to be completed within a reasonable time frame after selection.
In short, this opportunity is a solid match if you are an experienced artist with a site secured, a willing partner to host the mural, and you need financial assistance to cover mural-specific costs. It rewards carefully planned public art that uplifts community space.
