We invest in evidence-informed public policies and strategies to advance racial equity and economic mobility for the next generation in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin.
The Joyce Awards specifically focus on empowering artists of color within the Great Lakes cities: Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. By giving grants of $75,000, they enable the production of new works in collaboration with arts, cultural, or community organizations. These awards provide vital funds for artists' stipends and organizational support to ensure successful audience engagement and community involvement. The program prioritizes projects that showcase artistic excellence, innovation, potential for significant impact on artists' careers, and robust community engagement plans, with all projects expected to come to fruition within 12-18 months of receiving the award.