The recipients of the 2020 Individual Artists Program grants announced by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Each year, Chicago’s practicing artists are supported by the Individual Artists Program. Those practicing artists create work that develops their craft and elevates their careers while adding to the cultural vitality of the city of Chicago.
This year alone, 158 project-based grants will be given to resident Chicago artists over the age of 18. The grants range between $850 to $5,000 and the will cover all artistic disciplines including film & media arts, literary arts, performing arts (theatre/dance), music and visual arts/design. The Individual Artists Program grants will not be the only grants given.
A special new $10,000 worth Esteemed Artist Award will be awarded to 13 high-qualified artists that will cover the expenses associated with an artist’s practice within the 2020 grant period, including studio rental, supplies, travel, and equipment. 2020 is the Year of Chicago Music and as celebration, half of the Esteemed Artist Awards are going to local musicians. They are:
The Award recipients in other disciplines are
“Chicago’s voice is heard around the world through the creativity, innovation, and vision of incredible artists in every one of our 77 neighborhoods,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “From the art they make and culture they create, our artists bring joy to our lives, drive our economy, hold the mirror to our faces, and, of course, they produce works of exquisite beauty. And I am proud of the support these grants will provide these incredible individuals, particularly during this time of crisis and hardship within our artistic community.”
On June 18, 2025, the Chicago City Council approved a series of planning, development, and business support measures during its…
Two of Major League Rugby’s top contenders are set for a high-stakes showdown this Saturday in the 2025 Eastern Conference…
As families gear up for the 2025–2026 academic year, Boyd Healthcare is offering free school and sports physicals from June…
A second patient has died following treatment with Elevidys, the only FDA-approved gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), Sarepta…
Home prices in Cook County continued their upward trend in April 2025, reaching a median of $330,000, according to new…
This summer, the Art Institute of Chicago will present Contemporary Drawings from the Stenn Family Collection, an ambitious exhibition that…
This website uses cookies.
