The Velocity Fund

This fund is for Philadelphia-based visual artists seeking to apply for COVID-19 Artist Emergency Relief Fund who are currently facing financial need due to the pandemic. Eligibility: currently live within the city limits of Philadelphia, practicing visual artist capable of providing examples of creative work made within the last year; 18 years of age or older; Not currently enrolled in a degree program (if pursuing a Ph.D., coursework must be completed); Currently experiencing financial loss and/or hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (due to cancelled events, loss of income, etc); Legally eligible for employment in the U.S. (e.g. citizen, green card holder, and/or permanent resident who can provide a W9 and Social Security number.)