Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the fund?
The purpose of the San Diego Artist Relief Fund is to distribute funding to individual artists based in San Diego County in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The fund will prioritize the financial needs of artists who are from cultural populations that have been marginalized and remain financially vulnerable—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). While these funds prioritize BIPOC artists, our intent is to support as many artists in need as possible. We encourage non-BIPOC artists to apply for funding as well.
Who are we?
The San Diego Artist Relief Fund is Phase II of the San Diego Arts + Culture Challenge. We are a diverse group of local arts and culture community leaders: artists, organizers, arts administrators, educators, nonprofit founders, executives, and individuals who love San Diego, and are passionate about developing an equitable and inclusive Arts & Culture sector.
How do I apply for funding?
Applications will be accepted starting on Wednesday, August 26th at 9:00 AM and accepted until Tuesday, September 15th at 11:59 PM. You may find the San Diego Artist Relief Fund Guidelines and Application link here.
Can I apply multiple times?
No
Can I edit my application after I submit?
No. If you need assistance, you can contact sandiegoracc@gmail.com using the subject line: [Your Name] San Diego Artist Relief Fund 2020.
Do I have to pay taxes on this funding?
No
Can I apply in other languages besides English?
We are only able to accept applications in English, however non-English speakers are encouraged to apply. The application is brief and simple and we encourage you to find a friend, neighbor, or family member who can help you complete it.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must:
- Be working in the arts and culture sector
- Be a resident of San Diego County or the northern region of Baja California
- Be a practicing artist able to demonstrate a sustained commitment to their work, career, and a public audience in San Diego County’s arts and culture sector
- Be experiencing dire financial emergencies due to the COVID-19 pandemic
What artistic disciplines are eligible to apply?
Applicants must identify with any of the listed disciplines: Craft, Dance, Design, Film, Media, Music, Theater & Performance, Traditional Arts, Visual Art, and Writing. A more detailed description of these disciplines can be found in the Guidelines section of the Application.
How much is the grant?
The fund will distribute a one-time payment of $1,000 per artist.
What types of documents/materials do I need to provide?
Applicants will need to provide at least 2 out of these 3 documentation options that demonstrate their sustained commitment to their artistic work, career, and a public audience in San Diego County’s arts and culture sector:
- A resume or CV that displays their prolonged artistic involvement in the San Diego County arts and culture sector
- Any links applicants have to their website or other online documentation of their work (articles, interviews, Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
- 2-3 work samples (photos, audio, video, etc.)
How long does the application take to complete?
The application takes 15-30 minutes to complete.
Who will be on the review panel?
The application review panel will consist of arts and culture community stakeholders representative of the diverse applicant pool.
What is the review timeline?
Wednesday, August 26th at 9:00 AM - Application Cycle Opens
Tuesday, September 15th at 11:59 PM - Application Cycle Closes
Week of September 21st - Funding Recipients are Notified
Before October 1st - Payment Distribution
UPDATED TIMELINE
Tuesday, September 15th: Application closed
Wednesday, September 16th - Monday, September 28th: Application review period
Week of Monday, September 28th: Applicants are notified about funding status
Thursday, October 1st - Monday, October 5th: Payment distribution period
How will I receive payment?
Payments will be processed through Pacific Arts Movement through PayPal or checks. If PayPal is your preferred payment option, you will need to provide PayPal information. If you do not have a PayPal account and you are not able to set one up for this relief fund, you will receive a paper check in the mail.
Will you be releasing the names of the recipients?
Out of respect for the privacy of those who have been selected, the fund will not be releasing applicants’ names without their permission.
Will you be sharing any of my personal information with anyone else or third party if I apply?
The fund will not share any information from the application with anyone outside of those who are administering the fund.
Who are the donors to the San Diego Artist Relief Fund?
This campaign was seeded with $60,000 in donations from the general public and foundations through the San Diego Arts + Culture Challenge Fund. An additional $25,000 was awarded to this effort by The San Diego Foundation and the San Diego COVID-19 Response Fund. We are now raising additional monies to increase the existing funding pool through the San Diego Artist Relief Fund GoFundMe.
Who is administering the fund?
Pacific Arts Movement, a local POC-led 501c3 arts organization, will send payments directly to recipients and serve as an accountability and oversight partner.
How can I make a donation?
Please visit the San Diego Artist Relief GoFundMe to contribute at any level to help fund artists and stand in solidarity with them. If you are interested in making a larger tax-deductible donation to our fund, please send a check directly to Pacific Arts Movement at 2508 Historic Decatur Road, Suite 140, San Diego, CA 92106. Please put "Artist Fund" in the notes.
Tax ID: 33-1001523.