The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts has established the Young Artists Grant Program to offer opportunities in the arts to talented Livingston County high school students. These grants are awarded to help high school juniors and seniors take advantage of unique opportunities in the visual, literary, and performing arts.
What Does the Young Artists Grant Support?
The following list provides examples of opportunities that are eligible for support.
Fundable:
- Attendance at workshops, seminars, and/or master classes; these may include viewing a professional performance
- Preparation with a private teacher for a special recital, competition, or exhibition
- Funds towards a college course that focuses on an artistic discipline
- Assistance for travel connected to artistic opportunities
- Financial assistance to “reimburse” applicants for opportunities that have already occurred
Not Fundable:
- Purchase of art materials, supplies, and musical scores, except materials required for an approved workshop or class
- Tickets for a professional performance only
- Opportunities taking place in 2025
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for a Young Artists Grant, Applicants must be:
- High School Juniors or Seniors for the 2023-2024 School Year
- A resident of Livingston County
- Limit one application per student per grant cycle
Review Process
A panel made of artists and teachers from Livingston County will make the evaluation and selection of grant recipients.
Due Date
11:59 pm Wednesday April 26th, 2024
Available Funding
Applicants may request any amount between $50 and $500. Depending on the availability of funds, applicants may receive full or partial funding. Not all grant requests may be funded.
Notification
All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email to the address provided in the application.
Grant Recipient Responsibilities
If you are selected to receive a grant, you must:
- Sign and return the notification letter by the acceptance due date
- Submit a photo for publicity purposes
- Submit proof of acceptance for the opportunity to receive an award check
- Complete a 1-page final report within 30 days of the opportunity. (with receipts)
The Staff Sergeant Alexandria Mae Gleason-Morrow Arts Scholarship is awarded to two Livingston County High School seniors with plans to continue their studies of the arts into their collegiate careers. This scholarship has always been a part of GVCA’s High School Art Show, renamed in honor of the fallen airwoman who was active in her high school arts program and aspired to be a high school art teacher once she had completed her service. We are honored to administer this program and are pleased to announce that the scholarships are $350.00 each.
Application is to be completed by a teacher, coach, advisor, or related figure to nominate student. Application is due by April 26, 2024.