Unleashing Art, Inspiring Community: The Festival Friends Fund

The Festival Friends Fund to assist in the development of all of The Arts established by the ULC Denver provides financial support and other resources to visual artists, material artisans, musicians, poets, dancers and performers of all forms that are initiating or attempting to complete new projects or innovating current artistic techniques and technologies.

Grant applications are open and gifts are awarded two times a year. Access the Grants and Micro Loan Application by clicking Request Assistance below.

The Festival Friends Fund champions creativity and innovation for musicians, visual artists, material artisans, spoken word poets, and performers of all kinds. As a friend to the arts, our fund exists to seed and support bold, imaginative projects that will one day fill our public spaces with life, culture, and beauty. Whether you’re launching a new concept or need help bringing your vision to completion, the Festival Friends Fund is here to empower artists to share their work where it can inspire, engage, and uplift our entire community. Together, let’s transform public spaces into vibrant hubs of artistic expression!

Festival Friends Fund Launches Hurricane Relief Campaign for Artists

In response to the devastating October hurricanes impacting the Southeast, the Festival Friends Fund is launching a relief campaign to support our creative community. This fund will provide crucial assistance to musicians, artists, and performers who have suffered significant losses, from damaged instruments and materials to destroyed venues and studio spaces. Together, we can help them recover and continue to bring their art to public spaces. Join us in rebuilding their visions—earmark your donation today and help sustain the spirit of our creative communities.

A photo of a section of the River Arts District in Asheville, North Carolina before and after the destruction of Hurricane Helene taken by Peter Roux.
A photo of a section of the River Arts District in Asheville, North Carolina before and after the destruction of Hurricane Helene taken by Peter Roux.

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