Applications are due 5/23 @ 11:59pm
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Applications are due 5/23 @ 11:59pm --
Kreative Growth Grants 2022
Balay Kreative wants to accelerate the growth of Filipinx artistic expression in SOMA Pilipinas.
Art is an expression of our experiences, and can therefore manifest through many art forms. Aware of the dynamic range of our people, we’ve developed an unprecedented grant program that will uplift and foster their diverse creative voices. Our goal is to spark a renaissance of Filipinx creativity and hustle in SOMA Pilipinas because Filipinx creatives have always been here, and it’s time to show their stories to the world.
A Sample Of Our 2020 Grantees
This year, we are issuing (7) $3,000 - $6,000 grants to Filipinx artists in the Bay Area to present new works of art & culture in the Filipino Cultural District of San Francisco. The winners of the Balay Kreative Growth grants will also receive free artist studio space, free tuition in our Kreative Growth Masterclass series, and 1:1 mentoring with industry professionals in their field of practice.
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The Masterclass Series
Balay Kreative has a deep seated mission to make arts and culture a sustainable economic driver for SOMA Pilipinas. To better prepare our artists to launch their projects and develop their careers, we’ve developed a series of artist focus workshops led by industry professionals. Topics include money and mindset, leadership and building a team, and monetization strategies.
Artist Studio Space
Winners of our grant program will also receive 3 months of FREE artist studio space either in Balay Kreative Studios or the CAST building both located in SOMA Pilipinas in San Francisco. Awardees will be surrounded by a community of other like-minded artists pushing the envelope of artistic expression for the Filipinx diaspora.
Programming Spaces
Grantees are have access to 3 different programming spaces for free in SOMA Pilipinas to present their artwork. Grantees are not restricted to only these spaces, but the 3 listed here are available for free.
Program Tracks
The Balay Kreative Growth Grants are split into 4 categories of work. Grantees will create new works of art and culture that will be presented in SOMA Pilipinas by the end of 2022. There will be a total of 7 grantees, 1-2 chosen for each track.
If you have any questions about our Program Tracks, please contact: desi@kultivatelabs.org
1) Visual Arts
Visual Arts practices include, but are not limited to, painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, design, crafts, photography, multimedia production, immersive experience, and fashion/textiles. Our key classification for “visual art” is that it must be something that is physical and tangible (therefore, Film/Video would instead fall under our “Content Creation” track).
Grantees will be given the opportunity to showcase their works through a gallery at CAST in October or December by the end of 2022 at no cost.
2) Music
Musical Arts practices can be expressed through modes such as an album, EP, or soundscape. Whether it's a rap song or an instrumental piece, the main emphasis for this track is that the work is in the form of song or musical composition.
Grantees will present their work at Kapwa Gardens at no cost or in a venue in SOMA Pilipinas.
3) Performing Arts
Performing Arts practices include, but are not limited to, dance/choreography, theater, screenplay/script reading, puppetry, circus acts, and poetry/spoken word performance. Our key classification for “performing arts” is that the practice involves using facial expressions, voice, and/or body language to communicate an idea/story to an audience.
Grantees will present their work at Kapwa Gardens at no cost or in a venue in SOMA Pilipinas.
4) Workshops / Content Creation
Workshops focus on teaching something that is a Filipino cultural practice (ex: cooking demonstrations, art-making classes, dance training). Grantee workshops can occur online or in-person at Balay Kreative.
Content Creation entails digital media practices such as, short and long form films/videos, multimedia production, podcasts, or a social media series. Content creation can also be made at Balay Kreative, Kapwa Gardens or any venue in SOMA Pilipinas.
Key Dates & Timeline
4/18: Applications go live
4/21: Online application workshop. RSVP here
4/25: Last day to submit questions about the application
5/1: Questions to application posted on the website
4/30: In-person Grants Workshop @ Balay Open Studios. RSVP here
5/10 & 5/12: 1:1 Meetings to discuss your application. Book your appointment
5/23: Applications due @ 11:59pm
6/13: Winners announced