Union Square Awards Accepting Nominations
Who they are:
The Union Square Awards are named for the park on 14th Street, a historic gathering place where since the nineteenth century New Yorkers have organized and spoken out about major social issues. Known as a forum for the poor and disenfranchised, Union Square is identified with strong commitments and highlights the essential qualities embodied in the award.
The Union Square Awards program was established in 1998 by an anonymous donor to support innovative grassroots organizations responding to New York City’s most pressing social issues and making vital contributions through their efforts to the educational, economic and cultural life of the City. The Award is made to small organizations that have not yet received substantial funding or recognition.
What they fund:
The Union Square Arts Award identifies innovative and creative arts programs that engage youth and families in low-income communities across the city. Consideration is given to all artistic disciplines – dance, theater, music, visual and media arts, and creative writing. The Union Square Arts Award consists of a grant up to $35,000. The Arts Award is made to organizations less than ten years old with annual operating budgets of less than $1 million.
How to nominate an organization:
Prospective candidates for both the Arts Award are identified through a nomination process. Anyone familiar with the organization’s work may submit a nomination by submitting the applicable form. Alternatively, nominators may submit the requested information by fax to 212-213-6372 or mail to the Union Square Awards at 9 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Deadline:
Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed as they are received.
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