Source: The New Yorker
Summary
The Ford Foundation has awarded $9.6 million to individuals since 2006, recognizing their contributions to the U.S. through their perspectives, creativity, and vision.
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The trend returns with a new name.
The Ford Foundation’s fellowship program enters the cycle, echoing the legacy of patronage and support for the arts. The foundation’s investment in creative individuals is a familiar gesture, reminiscent of the Medici family’s backing of Renaissance artists. The fellowship program’s emphasis on innovation and social impact feels like a rebranding of the traditional artist-in-residence model. The foundation’s efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the arts are a nod to the cyclical nature of cultural trends.
Author: Evan Null
