WE ARE BOTH GRATEFUL AND THRILLED BY THE ANNOUNCEMENT YESTERDAY OF NEW YORK STATE COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS GRANTS FOR 2025! Not only was Millay Arts awarded $49,500, five of our alumni were each awarded Individual Artist grants totaling $50,000: truly a testament to the giftedness of our Artists-in-Residence!

CONGRATULATIONS ALL — we can’t wait to see the projects!


ROSEMARIE FIORE, VISUAL ARTS
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MONET HURST-MENDOZA, THEATRE
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JOHN KELLY, INTERDISCIPLINARY
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MATTHEW RICKETTS, COMPOSING
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GNAOMI SIEMENS, LITERATURE
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Executive Director of NYSCA Erika Mallin said, “The continued support from the Governor and Legislature is a testament to their dedication to the importance of our sector, which is critical to the health of our communities and economy. On behalf of the Council, we congratulate and thank all the grantees. Their work will continue to ensure our state’s influence as the artistic capital of the world.”

State Senator Jose M. Serrano said “Art builds communities, inspires learning and strengthens our connections to each other and the larger world. By supporting this incredible number of nonprofits and artists, we are creating a brighter and more engaging future for New Yorkers across the state. I applaud this year’s NYSCA grantees and look forward to all of your contributions and creativity.”

Assembly member Daniel O’Donnell said, “As the Chair of Tourism, Parks, Arts and Sports Development, I applaud the impressive number of NYSCA grants for our nonprofits and artists and am thankful for the critical support from Governor Hochul and my colleagues in the Legislature for our hardworking creative sector. Congratulations to all the NYSCA grantees, your creativity and dedication yields incredible benefits for our residents and visitors throughout New York State.”


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