The Henrietta Tower Wurts Memorial aims to fulfill the wishes of Henrietta Tower Wurts by supporting programs where a modest grant can significantly influence, focusing on initiatives with meaningful goals relative to their total resources. This foundation seeks to aid disadvantaged children, youth, and the elderly, providing impactful support through careful allocation of grants.
Art Works is a grant program that supports artistic endeavors and cultural organizations in Philadelphia, focusing on collaborations with BIPOC and underserved communities. It offers financial assistance to both individual artists and nonprofit cultural organizations that demonstrate a commitment to integrating community perspectives. Individual artists can receive two-year grants of $50,000 ($25,000 per year) for a variety of purposes, including new work development or covering living expenses. Community-based organizations could be awarded two-year unrestricted grants ranging from $75,000 to $150,000, based on their alignment with Art Works’ goals. Furthermore, beneficiaries gain access to professional development workshops and consulting services on a wide array of topics to enhance their strategic and tactical capabilities. Additional support includes the opportunity for grantees to involve Drexel University co-op students in their projects, facilitated by Drexel’s Lenfest Center for Cultural Partnerships, to help students gain valuable work experience in the arts and culture sector.