Dr. Doris Derby Awards
Historically, Black artists have received disproportionate access and funding in the art industry. As we stand in solidarity with the fight against white supremacy, the Dr. Derby Awards acknowledge a commitment to Black artists to provide financial resources and tailored professional support to grow individual practices.
Dash Grantees
Dash assists with a robust national granting program for artists. Awards range from $2,000 to $20,000.
2018 - 2019
Thank You Enjoy, Katie Salisbury (Brooklyn, NY)
Photojournalist Katie Salisbury says Chinese food is more American than apple pie. In her photography project, "Thank You, Enjoy," she documents the lives of immigrant Chinese restaurant workers who endure harsh working conditions in New York.
Dateline, Jeromie Dorrance (Denver, CO)
Dateline is a fringe collective art space that serves as a platform for emerging and experimental artists alongside a rotating roster of guest curators. Its executive director, Jeromie Dorrance, focuses on supporting local contemporary artwork, while making contributions to the art community in Denver.
The Public Shelter Project, Chris Wyatt Scott (Reno, NV)
Chris Wyatt Scott is an artist working in assemblage of found materials in Reno, NV. His project, The Public Shelter, focuses on creating temporary and useful shelters for the chronically homeless and those not serviced by the city's shelter system. The artistic approach aims to draw attention to the problem in a new way, and hopefully spark new ideas to help those in need.
The Generator, Aric Shapiro (Reno, NV)
Reno serves as an entry point for 75,000 artists and art patrons each year to a prominent music festival. As a way to grow the artistic landscape and opportunities locally, The Generator is transforming 3.5 acres in the heart of Downtown Reno into an art park, production facility, performance space, contemporary art space, immersive interactive installations and educational facilities.
Printworks, Bob Snead (New Orleans, LA)
Printworks is a program designed to cultivate equal opportunity for underserved New Orleanians via access to design and print production training, commercial print equipment, and business guidance. As part of this, Printworks is providing access to early-stage entrepreneurs and artists with a big idea and limited funds, or for workers looking to update their skill sets. The project will center around free graphic design classes, training with cutting-edge print equipment, and open-studio production hours with assistance on projects.
Small Bands of Misbehavior, Courtney Williams & Kai Lee (Middletown, NY)
Small Bands of Misbehavior is a rehabilitated space in NY transformed into an art and design practice that serves as a platform for artists. This project allows artists like Courtney and Kai to use their skills to give back to the community and instill a sense of pride.
DashTravlr
DashTravlr is a platform for artists to share visual moments with each other and you. The DashTravlr grants provide funding support for artist travel, a component of education we feel imperative for creative progress.
Dream Warriors Foundation Art Spark Grant
In partnership with Dash, the Dream Warriors Foundation Arts Spark Grant supports human-centered design and arts-forward projects that seek to improve the livability of public spaces.