Artists
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Artists and culture bearers are the authors and facilitators of creative acts, education, and experiences that deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world. Increasing economic and social challenges in the Bay Area are threatening both the financial stability and the creative agency of artists. Our grantmaking strategy seeks to increase assets for Bay Area artists to advocate for their needs, with durable models of self-governance and a robust network of support for innovative ideas. These outcomes are intended to form the foundation of a more inclusive and properly resourced operating environment, where artists and culture bearers have greater control of their working conditions and can realize their full potential.