Amid Trump’s crackdowns on DEI in the federal government, the National Endowment for the Arts is scrapping its Challenge America grants, which earmarked funds for small arts organizations that extended outreach to underserved communities.
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The NEA has long been a lifeline to a voice for underserved arts communities. I am saddened that they’ve decided to silence those voices by not resisting these illegal measures.
I believe this is just the start of changes to the NEA...In 2024, close to $3.5M in direct and matching funds were provided to Michigan arts and cultural organizations. The guideline changes are going to negatively and critically impact many organizations, artists and communities.
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A lot of artists will be taking a lot of risks over the coming months / least you can do is not fold at the first sign of trouble