2025 Quarter 3: GIFT of Troost Artist Collective Grant Initial Screening Questions

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Hello,

Thank you for your interest in the GIFT of Troost Artist Collective Grant — we’re thrilled to have you here and excited to learn more about your work!

About Us

Powered by Troost 39 Thrift Store, The GIFT of Troost is more than a collective — it’s a movement. Founded by Chuck Wurth, alongside his son Charles and wife Toni, the mission is to build a thriving ecosystem where Black art is not only celebrated but deeply valued.

Through direct grant funding, community gatherings, and curated opportunities, The GIFT of Troost continues to support and uplift Black visual artists across a wide range of mediums — enriching Kansas City’s cultural landscape and sharing that brilliance with the world.

We believe in the power of art to connect, heal, and inspire change. That’s why we remain committed to making this transformative medium accessible and sustainable for Black artists.

We also recognize the systemic challenges many Black artists face — from limited visibility to barriers in funding. The GIFT of Troost is dedicated to listening to the community, eliminating those obstacles, and creating a space for growth, storytelling, and cultural pride.

About the Grant

The GIFT of Troost Grant provides one-time funding of up to $3,000 for emerging Black visual artists based in Kansas City. This grant is designed to support the growth of your creative business and help elevate your artistic practice.

Please Note:

This opportunity is exclusively open to visual artists. Also, you must be a registered business (LLC, Sole Proprietor, etc.) in the state of Missouri at the time of application submission or actively working toward establishing your business entity.

What to Expect Next

All applications will be thoughtfully reviewed by our board. If you are selected to move forward in the process, a member of our team will contact you to schedule a phone interview. All applicants will be notified of their application status by Friday, August 8, 2025.

Interview Process Timeline

Please note: All dates below are non-negotiable. If selected to move forward, applicants must be available for the scheduled interviews and mandatory events.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 11:59 PM

Phone Interview Scheduling Date: Friday, August 8, 2025

Phone Interviews Conducted: Monday–Friday, August 18–22, 2025

Phone Interview Decisions Made: Friday, August 29, 2025

In-Person Interview Scheduling: Monday, September 1, 2025

In-Person Interviews: Thursday, September 11, 2025

Final Grant Decisions Announced: Monday, September 15, 2025

Mandatory Artist Gathering: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 (Location and time TBD)

We’re honored to learn more about your work and excited to support your creative journey. Thank you for being a part of this powerful and inspiring movement.

With gratitude,
The GIFT of Troost Team
🌐 www.giftoftroostkc.org

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone Number *

Please provide your business name (if applicable) *

Do you identify as a Black visual artist currently based in Kansas City, and do you intend to continue working here for the foreseeable future?

(Please note: This grant opportunity is exclusively for Black visual artists in Kansas City. If you do not meet these criteria, we kindly ask that you do not proceed with the application.)

Please explain in detail your connection to Kansas City and your plans to continue your work here.

Are you actively creating and selling artwork, or do you have a clear plan to start doing so in the near future? (Please Explain in Detail) *

Do you have a specific project or artistic goal that would benefit from financial support, and how would this grant help advance that? (Please Explain in Detail) *

Can you please provide your website url? (Please put "N/A" if you do not have one) *

Can you please list your social media handles? (Please put "N/A" if you do not have any) *

How did you hear about the GIFT of Troost Grant?

(Please be as specific as possible. If you learned about this opportunity from a current grantee, kindly include their name.)

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