This program provides one-time grants of up to $5,000 for recent unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies to artists in financial need* who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, and choreography. Only generative artists are eligible—artists creating their own, independent work, with recent and ongoing opportunities for the public to experience that work.

*To be eligible to apply, your average adjusted gross income for the last two years you’ve filed tax returns must be no greater than $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers).

Please note: Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants are not for lost wages, living expenses, or medical care for individuals other than the artist. Visit NYFA’s Emergency Grants page for a regularly-updated list of emergency resources.

CURRENT CYCLE:

Cycle 27:

For emergencies occurring April 1, 2024 and later.

Applications Opened: Tuesday, October 29 at 10:00 AM ET
Applications Closed: Tuesday, November 26 at 5:00 PM ET
Applicants Notified: January 10, 2025

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FUTURE CYCLES:

Cycle 28:

For emergencies occurring June 1, 2024 and later.

Applications Open: Tuesday, December 17 at 10:00 AM ET
Applications Close: Tuesday, January 14 at 5:00 PM ET
Applicants Notified: February 28, 2025

Cycle 29:

For emergencies occurring August 1, 2024 and later.

Applications Open: Tuesday, February 11 at 10:00AM ET
Applications Close: Tuesday, March 11 at 5:00PM ET
Applicants Notified: April 25, 2025