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The Creators Grant

THE VERY ASIAN FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Arts

Funding Amount

$1,500

Deadline

June 30, 2026

81 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

The Creators Grant

Status: Active and accepting applications

Award Amount: $1,500 per grant

Geographic Scope: Open to individuals nationwide

Focus Areas:

  • Creative projects across various artistic disciplines

  • Projects centered through an Asian American (AA), Native Hawaiian (NH), or Pacific Islander (PI) lens

  • Examples include: film, theater, music, visual arts, metalsmithing, writing, multimedia art, and other creative mediums
  • Eligibility:

  • Anyone can apply as long as there is an AA and NHPI experience centered in the project

  • Not required to pivot into a full-time creative career

  • Individual creators pursuing creative passions
  • Program History:

  • Inaugural grant year: 2023 (5 recipients at $1,000 each)

  • 2024: 6 recipients at $1,000 each (5 regular + 1 additional recipient through King Arthur Baking partnership)

  • 2025: 5 recipients at $1,500 each (50% increase from 2024)
  • What's Included:

  • Funding award

  • Recognition at awards ceremony

  • Publicity and visibility

  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Background: The grant is inspired by Dr. Kat Lieu of Seattle, who pivoted from healthcare to launch the viral group "Subtle Asian Baking" and has since written three Asian-inspired cookbooks.

    Contact: For questions and more information, visit the Creators Grant section on the website or email the foundation.

    How to Apply

    How to Apply

    Applications are submitted through an online application form. Specific details about the application process include:

    Application Portal:

  • Access the application through the "Programs" tab on the website

  • Online submission form (specific URL not provided in materials)
  • What to Submit:

  • Details about your creative project

  • Information centering your AA and NHPI experience in the work

  • Artist/creator background and biography

  • Project description and goals
  • Timeline:

  • Applications typically open in March

  • Deadline information available in the Creators Grant section of the website

  • Recipients announced in August/September
  • Note: The foundation notes they are always looking for sponsors, mentors, and volunteers to help grow this program.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    arts

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