Salisbury Arts District announces COVID-19 grants for artists

SALISBURY, Md. – The Salisbury Arts and Entertainment District has announced a COVID-19 Emergency Grant for area artists as well as arts and entertainment related non-profits located within Wicomico County with a strong connection to the arts district.

We’re told a total of $11,250 will be granted out to the community, with award amounts ranging from $250 to $2,000, made possible by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.

Individual artists must be Wicomico County residents over the age of 18 that have experienced a loss of income from artistic activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Individuals must also have participated in art related activities within the Salisbury Arts District at some point in the past. Qualifying activities include participating in events like 3rd Friday, showing work at a Downtown Salisbury Art Gallery, selling works within the Arts District via retailers, or performing at venues in Downtown Salisbury, including at bars and restaurants. Local visual artists and performing artists are encouraged to apply.

Local non-profits that have an organizational mission related to the arts can also apply. Organizations must also have experienced a loss in income and be able to demonstrate some connection to Salisbury’s Arts District.

Interested artists and organizations are encouraged to submit an application by May 31st. Awards will be announced on June 25th.

More info and the application can be found here.