Helping to Grow Creatives without limits
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Helping to Grow Creatives without limits •
Be part of a future where fine art and creatives flourish
The Flourish Art Accelerator is a 12-month fellowship program supporting Chicago-based BIPOC visual artists and curators at pivotal stages in their careers. Rooted in equity, entrepreneurship, and community, the program empowers individuals to preserve their culture and identity. Through programming rooted in professional development, business strategy, and creative collaboration, Flourish helps artists build sustainable careers and expand their impact across Chicago’s creative economy.
Growing Diverse Creatives Through Direct Investment
Flourish-EXPO Chicago Fundrasier
We were thrilled to host over 200 attendees and spotlight the incredible talents of 4 BIPOC artists. Due to your overwhelming generosity, we raised over $40,000. Your support will allow us to further our mission by nurturing creativity and innovation within the arts community by investing directly into BIPOC creatives. Thank you to our sponsors, partners and community.
Flourish programs
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Fellowship
The Flourish Fellowship is a competitive, yearlong program that supports emerging BIPOC artists and curators through professional training, mentorship, and funding. Fellows gain access to strategic resources, public platforms, and a growing network of arts leaders committed to equity and representation in the cultural sector.
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Development Program
The Flourish Development Program provides business training and coaching for early to emerging BIPOC artists and curators, focusing on branding, contracts, finance, and media—while also fostering community through peer connection, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities.
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Partnership Program
The Flourish Fellowship Partnership Program connects businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations with our network of BIPOC artists and curators for projects such as public art, consulting, and cultural programming. This initiative creates meaningful opportunities for creatives to generate income while offering partners access to high-quality, equity-driven art services that enrich their communities.
donate
FLOURISH is a non-profit organization. Pigment International Foundation is the fiscal sponsor. All contributions to FLOURISH are tax-deductible.
Contact US
Accomplishing our mission requires a collective effort. Connect with us on social media and share any inquiries or ideas you may have regarding Flourish. Whether you're interested in volunteering, making a donation, or seeking knowledge, we value your participation and are ready to hear and respond.
Please follow our founders’ journey to learn more about fine art created by people of color and the insights it provides into culture and identity
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