News and Program Updates

Cultural Space Is Infrastructure: Testimony from the NYC Council’s Affordability Hearing
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Cultural Space Is Infrastructure: Testimony from the NYC Council’s Affordability Hearing

At the NYC Council’s Oversight Hearing on affordability, artists and cultural leaders delivered a clear message: cultural space is infrastructure, and it’s at risk. This recap highlights the urgent testimony, key policy recommendations, and a new funding announcement aimed at strengthening New York City’s long-term cultural ecosystem.

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Emergency Mental Health Grant Program: January 2026 Update
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Emergency Mental Health Grant Program: January 2026 Update

We share an important update on our Emergency Mental Health Grant Program, including a brief pause beginning January 21 as we thoughtfully strengthen and improve the program.

This post outlines what the pause means for 2025 and 2026 applicants and reaffirms our continued commitment to supporting artists’ mental health through this grant.

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