Resources for the Craft Sector
Listed below are links that we have found helpful from a variety of resources. They include applications for financial relief, support guides for small businesses and responses from the nonprofit community. If you have information that would be a helpful addition to this page, please email leila.cartier@craftnowphila.org
And if you are in a position to help, please remember to purchase work from local makers, buy gift cards and give donations to area nonprofits. A listing of our gallery and museum partners can be found at craftnowphila.org/explore
The American Craft Council – Financial resources and educational impact
Americans for the Arts – Federal relief and the CARES ACT of 2020
Artist Relief – $5,000 in relief support for artists from a national coalition of grant makers
CERF + – Financial assistance for artists suffering severe health impacts from the coronavirus
City of Philadelphia OACCE – Arts aid for nonprofits and artists
Freelancer’s Union – Planning, funding and advocacy for freelancers
Springboard for the Arts – Resources for freelancers and organizations
Tire Swing Fund – Micro granting to catalyze neighborhood-driven programs
US Small Business Administration – Loans to businesses that are currently experiencing temporary difficulties
The Velocity Fund – Relief grants for Philadelphia artists
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