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The Tallichet Freedman Foundation is a non-profit organization providing micro grants to visual artists from diverse creative fields, celebrating a multiplicity of voices, generations, and ways of approaching the creative act.

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What is a micro grant ?

A small-ish amount of money (our grants are $1138.5) to give an artist a little bump of helpful cash. (money from grandma!)

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Who can apply ?

Visual artists living and/or working in the 11385 zip code of Queens, NY.

Check out our FAQ page for more info

When do applications open ?

We are now accepting applications for the Spring 2025 Cycle!

Meet the visual artists we’re proud to support!

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