The 2025 Individual Artist Grant, offered through the Statewide Community Regrants Program and administered by the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC), provides $3,000 commissions for artist-initiated projects that reflect the cultural and social fabric of Warren or Washington County, NY. Applications are due December 6, 2024, and must be mailed or hand-delivered; emailed or late submissions are not accepted. A free application seminar or meeting with the Grant Coordinator is required for all applicants.

Eligible artists must be at least 18 years old, reside in Warren or Washington County, and propose projects that engage the local community through public programs, such as exhibitions or performances. Ineligible applicants include those funded in 2024, those residing outside the service area, and projects that involve capital expenses, operating costs, or public art on private property. Proposals must focus on the work of one artist, though minimal assistance from others is acceptable.

Funding priorities emphasize accessible, high-quality programs that reflect the region’s geographic and cultural diversity, support new organizations, or introduce innovative art forms. Applications must include a résumé, project description, community engagement plan, and work samples relevant to the artistic discipline. A preview deadline on November 8, 2024, allows for feedback from the Grant Coordinator before the final submission.

Selected grantees must acknowledge NYSCA and LARAC in all promotional materials, file final reports, and provide program access for evaluation if applicable. Questions can be directed to the LARAC Grants Coordinator via email or phone. Full guidelines and application resources are available on the LARAC website.