First Peoples Fund announces 2025 fellowship recipients

February 13, 2025

First Peoples Fund has announced the 2025 recipients of its prestigious Artist in Business Leadership and Cultural Capital Fellowships, recognizing 30 Native artists for their contributions to the arts and culture. Nineteen artists will receive the Artist in Business Leadership Fellowship, aimed at transforming their creative practices into thriving businesses, while eleven artists are awarded the Cultural Capital Fellowship, dedicated to preserving Indigenous heritage. Each recipient will receive a $10,000 award and yearlong professional development. This year's fellowships bring total funding to $300,000.

List of recipients HERE

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