San Francisco just handed $10.4 million gift to its artists
Briefly

The San Francisco Arts Commission awarded $10.4 million in grants to local artists and arts initiatives as part of its 2025-2026 grant cycle. This funding is distributed among 47 arts nonprofits and 98 individual artists, who will use the funds for projects such as documentaries, novels, and music albums. Almost half of the grants went to first-time recipients. Notable grantees include Rachel Lucero for a documentary on Filipino migration, and the San Francisco Mime Troupe, which received $100,000 for production costs.
The San Francisco Arts Commission announced $10.4 million in grants for local arts initiatives as part of its 2025-2026 grant cycle, benefiting numerous artists and nonprofits.
Rachel Lucero will use her $30,000 grant for a documentary series focused on Filipino migration, food, and activism, showcasing the diverse stories within this community.
Daniel Parada's project, "Dream Rider," is a mesoamerican sci-fi comic depicting a fictional indigenous futuristic world, highlighting the importance of cultural representation in contemporary media.
Nearly half of the San Francisco Artist Grants were awarded to first-time recipients, indicating a strong commitment to supporting emerging voices in the arts community.
Read at SFGATE
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