Just 9 Days Left to apply for our Civic Arts Challenge!
This summer, we are hosting our 2023 Better New Orleans Block Party, a gathering place for our community to come together, spread joy, and engage with problems facing our City in a way that is accessible to all. The Block Party will be held Saturday, August 12th in the St. Roch Neighborhood, and will feature local bands and musicians, food vendors, carnival-like activities, face painting, and engagement opportunities provided by a variety of community advocacy organizations. Part of the vision is getting local artists and creatives involved, and with this, we are putting together a call for submissions in our Civic Art Challenge.
Community Leaders, Organizations, and/or Artist teams are invited to submit proposals for a creative, interactive experience to engage residents on a topic of interest related to building a Better New Orleans. From environmental topics to education policies to criminal justice reform, all themes are welcome! The art installations will act as a conversation starter, they will spark engagement and curiosity in an accessible way, and we need YOUR help to get artists involved.
Project Timeline: May - August 12th, 2023
5 Teams will be selected and awarded a $1,000 grant (includes materials & time)
Teams will be allotted a 10x10 space (up to 30x10 if needed) at the event
To be eligible, at least one team member (or the individual artist) must be an Orleans Parish resident.
Youth under 16 are welcome to submit with an adult supervisor
Elected officials are not eligible. Campaign activity is not allowed.
To apply, we are asking artists to submit a 1-2 page narrative or a 5 minute video submission covering the basis of your idea and your execution. Review the Civic Arts Challenge RFP in its entirety for more application specifics. Do not let expertise be a limit to your application, we are looking for ALL artists and creatives.
Submit proposals by email to sophi@cbno.org with the subject line “Civic Art Challenge Submission” by June 12th, 2023.
