Business Details
20 Years
experience
Supporting Artists and Cultural Practitioners Nationwide
United States Artists has been dedicated to supporting artists and cultural practitioners across the United States since its founding in 2006. Our mission focuses on providing unrestricted awards and tailored services to artists at all career stages, fostering a vibrant and diverse creative landscape. Through our nomination-based programs, we identify and empower individuals whose work enriches communities and drives cultural innovation. Our initiatives include the USA Fellowship, Berresford Prize, and specialized Artist Services that address the unique needs of creative professionals. By partnering with foundations, philanthropists, and field leaders, we amplify our impact and expand opportunities for artists nationwide. Our platforms and commissions spark dialogues that build knowledge and shared experiences, while our commitment to solidarity, accessibility, and integrity guides every aspect of our work.With a national reach and localized impact, we celebrate artistic excellence through programs like the Maxwell/Hanrahan Awards in Craft and Rainin Arts Fellowship. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a passion for advocacy, ensuring artists receive the resources and recognition they deserve. Through strategic collaborations and community-driven approaches, we continue to shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for the arts. Our work is made possible by the generous support of donors who share our belief in the transformative power of artistic expression.
Services
USA Fellowship
Berresford Prize
Artist Services
Initiative Awards
Partner Collaborations
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We provide unrestricted awards to artists at all career stages.
- Our tailored services address specific needs of creative professionals.
- Nationwide reach with localized community impact initiatives.
- Partnerships with leading foundations and cultural institutions.
- Commitment to accessibility and integrity in arts advocacy.
What people say
Unrestricted funding
Artist-centered approach
National reach
Creative innovation
Strong partnerships
Services
USA Fellowship
Our USA Fellowship program provides unrestricted awards to artists across disciplines. This initiative supports creative professionals at all career stages through nomination-based selection. Fellows receive financial resources to advance their artistic practices and contribute to cultural innovation nationwide.
Berresford Prize
The Berresford Prize honors exceptional artists through competitive awards. This program identifies and supports individuals demonstrating outstanding creative achievement across various artistic fields. Recipients gain resources to further develop their impactful artistic projects and community engagement efforts.
Artist Services
Our Artist Services offer tailored resources to address specific professional needs. This includes strategic guidance, networking opportunities, and practical tools designed to help artists navigate their careers and maximize their creative potential effectively.
Initiative Awards
Initiative Awards support targeted artistic projects through strategic partnerships. This program funds innovative endeavors that align with our mission of advancing cultural practices. Awards help realize community-focused creative initiatives with lasting impact.
Partner Collaborations
We develop collaborative partnerships with foundations and cultural institutions to expand artist support. These alliances create additional funding opportunities and resources for creative professionals through shared expertise and network connections.
People
Judilee Reed
CEO
Judilee Reed leads United States Artists with a focus on equity and artist-centered practices. Her extensive experience in cultural strategy shapes our approach to supporting creative professionals nationwide through innovative programs and partnerships.
Kristi Sword
Trustee
Kristi Sword contributes strategic leadership as a trustee, leveraging her expertise in arts administration. Her work helps guide our initiatives to ensure sustainable support for artists and cultural practitioners across disciplines.
Kristy Edmunds
Trustee
Kristy Edmunds brings deep curatorial experience to our board, shaping programs that advance artistic innovation. Her vision helps maintain our commitment to supporting diverse creative practices through impactful fellowships and services.
Bethe Boone
2024 Berresford Prize Awardee
Bethe Boone received the 2024 Berresford Prize for exceptional artistic achievement. Her work exemplifies the creative excellence we seek to recognize and support through our award programs that empower artists nationwide.
Helado Negro
Artist Collaborator
Helado Negro collaborates on innovative projects like the audiovisual installation 'Star Scores.' His creative partnership demonstrates our commitment to supporting boundary-pushing artistic expressions through platforms that engage diverse audiences.
Questions
How do artists apply for USA Fellowships?
Our fellowships use a nomination-based process. Artists cannot self-apply; they must be nominated by recognized experts in their field.
What types of artists receive funding?
We support artists across all disciplines including visual arts, performing arts, literature, and interdisciplinary practices at various career stages.
Are awards limited to specific geographic regions?
No, our programs serve artists nationwide with a focus on diverse communities and practices from all US regions.
How are award recipients selected?
An independent panel of experts evaluates nominees based on artistic excellence, impact, and potential for future contributions to their field.
What additional resources are available?
Beyond financial awards, we provide professional development services, networking opportunities, and platforms for creative exchange.
How can organizations partner with USA?
Contact our initiatives team to explore collaborative opportunities that align with our mission of supporting artists and cultural practitioners.
