Overview
Recent severe weather has caused significant disruption across the South, affecting not just homes and businesses but also the creative livelihoods of artists.
Led by South Arts in partnership with a range of organizations across the region, the Southern Arts Relief & Recovery Fund supports artists in need affected by Hurricane Helene and/or Milton in the entire region, and organizations in North Carolina that have been affected by Hurricane Helene and/or Milton.
Donate
Please donate using the link below. You'll select a fund ("I'd like to support...") after entering your payment details.
For additional information about making a gift, including dedicating a performance, contact Charles Phaneuf at cphaneuf@southarts.org or (404) 201-7923.
More Fund Details
This fund will support both short-term needs of affected communities as well as medium to long-term recovery. 100% of funds raised will go directly to support those affected in Southern states (FL, GA, NC, SC, TN and VA) designated areas according to FEMA. Grants start at $500 for artists with the final funding amount in development.
Grant applications for artists in North Carolina are already open and are administered by Arts AVL. Grant fund distribution to arts organizations in North Carolina is still under development. For all artists and organizations, please refer to the Hurricane Recovery Resource list for other opportunities you may also be interested in.
Applications are currently under development for artists residing in other states in the region and will be shared soon.
Partners
Learn more about the organizations supporting this relief effort.
- Alternate ROOTS
Alternate ROOTS is an organization based in the Southern USA whose mission is to support the creation and presentation of original art, in all its forms, which is rooted in a particular community of place, tradition or spirit. As a coalition of cultural workers we strive to be allies in the elimination of all forms of oppression. ROOTS is committed to social and economic justice and the protection of the natural world and addresses the concerns through its program and services.
- Mid Atlantic Arts
Mid Atlantic Arts nurtures and funds the creation and presentation of diverse artistic expression and connects people to meaningful arts experiences within our region and beyond. Created in 1979, Mid Atlantic Arts supports artists, presenters, and organizations through unique programming, grant support, partnerships, and information sharing. Created in 1979, Mid Atlantic Arts is aligned with the region’s state arts councils and the National Endowment for the Arts. We combine state and federal funding with private support from corporations, foundations, and individuals to nurture diverse artistic expression while connecting people to meaningful arts experiences within our region and beyond.
- National Performance Network
National Performance Network (NPN) contributes to a more just and equitable world by building artists’ power; advancing racial and cultural justice in the arts; fostering relationship-building and reciprocity between individuals, institutions and communities; and working towards systems change in arts and philanthropy in the South and across the US.
- Arts AVL
Founded in 1953, ArtsAVL (formerly Asheville Area Arts Council) is the designated arts agency for Buncombe County, NC, and is a regional arts advocate for Western NC. Their mission is to keep the arts at the heart of the community. ArtsAVL fulfills this mission by supporting arts organizations and artists in Buncombe County through connection, advocacy, and grants.
- North Carolina Arts Council
The North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, builds on our state’s long-standing love of the arts, leading the way to a more vibrant future. The N.C. Arts Council is an economic catalyst, fueling a thriving nonprofit creative sector that generates $2.23 billion in annual direct economic activity. We sustain diverse arts expression and traditions while investing in innovative approaches to art-making. The N.C. Arts Council has proven to be a champion for youth by cultivating tomorrow’s creative citizens through arts education.
Eligibility
Eligible disciplines include:
- Craft
- Literary arts
- Media/film
- Performing arts
- Traditional/folk arts
- Visual arts
Applicants must be 18 years or older and actively engaged in their practice. All applications will be reviewed for both eligibility and need, with priority given to those demonstrating the most urgent financial need.
The selection process will prioritize diversity across disciplines, ethnicity, gender, and disability to ensure broad, inclusive support.
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