The purpose of this first annual grant is to grow each year so that 1 artist can be granted funding who truly needs it every year.

“Society must free artists to follow vision.” – John F. Kennedy

Eligibility Requirement: The 2026 Artist Relief Grant of $500 is exclusively available to individual artists who currently reside in Portage County, Wisconsin. Artists may not be previously or currently contracted for projects with Collect & Gather. Applicants must maintain a primary residence within Portage County at the time of application and award consideration. Submission of an application does not guarantee eligibility or funding.

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 30TH to be considered.