Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: YoungArts
Legal Name (if Different): National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, Inc.
Also Known As: YoungArts
Mailing Address: 2100 Biscayne Boulevard
City: Miami
State: FL
Postal Code: 33137
Main Phone: 305-377-1140
Main Fax: 305-377-1149
Organization Website: www.youngarts.org
Employer ID Number: 59-2141837
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/29/2022
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: 2023 Process Intensive for Young Artists
Project Description:

The arts are vital to every community, and YoungArts is grateful to play a role in encouraging and supporting the young artists who will contribute to the world in meaningful ways. The 2023 Process Intensive will provide YoungArts award winners—artists between the ages of 15–18—with life-changing access to tools and experiences that will help them pursue a career in the arts.

This program was developed following direct feedback from young artists: as artists faced severe joblessness during a global health crisis, young and emerging artists especially, YoungArts learned that they seek equitable training on artistic craft and creative process. This type of instruction is often only available in graduate school or through professional experiences, limited opportunities for young artists.

The Process Intensive will take place April 13-16, 2023 and will invite 80 young artists from across the country to Miami for an all-expense-paid, three-day workshop. Participating artists will engage in classes that delve into creative process (sourcing inspiration, critique, reflection, etc), how to strengthen one’s voice as an artist, and how to work in a group setting. Artists will share their work throughout the program and come together on the final day for an open mic presentation. This program offers each artist valuable time with renowned guest artists so they can receive feedback that is specific to them and their practice. We aim to provide artists with opportunities to learn from industry leaders, create and share their artwork and strengthen their individual artistic voices so that they may confidently and adeptly pursue a profession in the arts.

This program is an organizational priority and represents an evolution of how to best serve young artists. We would be immensely grateful for The Charles and Joan Hermanowski Family Foundation’s support of this initiative, and thank you for your consideration.

Total Project Budget: $349,437

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): National Endowment for the Arts – $100,000 – requested; The Batchelor Foundation – $25,000 – to be requested; Support for Miami-based programs, including the 2023 Process Intensive and other programs, provided by: Miami Dade County, Department of Cultural Affairs – $125,000 – requested; Florida Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture – $75,000 – requested

Project Duration: 3 days + planning period
Geographical Area Served: national audience, participants will travel to Miami for programming
Age Group To Be Served: 15-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Sarah
Contact Last Name: Watson Gray
Contact Title: Director of Institutional Giving
Contact Phone: 864-921-0543
Contact Email: sgray@youngarts.org