The a&V Kulaev Cultural Heritage Fund

Funding pattern

What this funder pays for, at what size, and how to position adjacent work. Read from their filings, with every number checked against the record.

2 grants matching “tothe” · $45,000

• $25,000

  Craft Contemporary · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  This grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death … read allThis grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death of three Blackmen in police custody in the town where Brackens was raised, the woven tapestries paid homage tothe deceased and to the many symbols embraced by bodies of water.(2) Jaishri Abichandani: Flower Headed Children curated by Anu Vikram brought this mid-careerartist recognition on the west coast and the exhibition can be credited for igniting new interest in her artistic practice. This Brooklyn based artist whose brightly colored sculptures speak tohuman rights, equity for all and featured a portrait gallery of South Asian Heroines celebratesfemale energy while revealing the darker side of female victimization. less
• $20,000

  Craft Contemporary · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death … read allThis grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death of three Blackmen in police custody in the town where Brackens was raised, the woven tapestries paid homage tothe deceased and to the many symbols embraced by bodies of water.(2) Jaishri Abichandani: Flower Headed Children curated by Anu Vikram brought this mid-careerartist recognition on the west coast and the exhibition can be credited for igniting new interest in her artistic practice. This Brooklyn based artist whose brightly colored sculptures speak tohuman rights, equity for all and featured a portrait gallery of South Asian Heroines celebratesfemale energy while revealing the darker side of female victimization. less

Grant history

All 34 reported grants, largest first.

• $25,000

  Craft Contemporary · Los Angeles, CA · 2024

  This grant supported the exhibition "Contemporary Nature Near: Material Experimentation in Architecture and Design" which examines the role of nature as a starting point for material experimentation in the domains of ar… read allThis grant supported the exhibition "Contemporary Nature Near: Material Experimentation in Architecture and Design" which examines the role of nature as a starting point for material experimentation in the domains of architecture, craft, and science. While nature has often stood in as a model, metaphor, or resource for designers, the recent global upheavals in climate, ecology, and technology are driving intensified understandings of natures tangible and imagined substrate. less
• $25,000

  Second Stage Theatre · New York, NY · 2024

  This grant provided general support for COVID and other safety precautions for three theaters.

• $25,000

  St Vrain Valley Educational Foundat · Longmont, CO · 2024

  To provide support for books in English or Spanish for young school children and their families by the famous childrens book author, Rosemary Wells.

• $25,000

  Craft Contemporary · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  This grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death … read allThis grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death of three Blackmen in police custody in the town where Brackens was raised, the woven tapestries paid homage tothe deceased and to the many symbols embraced by bodies of water.(2) Jaishri Abichandani: Flower Headed Children curated by Anu Vikram brought this mid-careerartist recognition on the west coast and the exhibition can be credited for igniting new interest in her artistic practice. This Brooklyn based artist whose brightly colored sculptures speak tohuman rights, equity for all and featured a portrait gallery of South Asian Heroines celebratesfemale energy while revealing the darker side of female victimization. less
• $25,000

  Players Philanthropy Fund · Towson, MD · 2023

  This grant was for work on "Mr. Clown & Friends" puppetry program on teaching reading and values.

• $25,000

  Second Stage Theatre · New York, NY · 2023

  This grant provided support to safely reopen theaters and resume productions; Produce four shows total at two venues, the Hayes Theater and the Tony Kiser Theater, support 25+ artists with new play development activitie… read allThis grant provided support to safely reopen theaters and resume productions; Produce four shows total at two venues, the Hayes Theater and the Tony Kiser Theater, support 25+ artists with new play development activities including readings, workshops, and commissions;make productions accessible by providing at least 7,000 free and low-cost tickets through the Affordable Ticket Initiative. less
• $25,000

  St Vrain Valley Educational Foundat · Longmont, CO · 2023

  To support programs essential to student success in St. Vrain

• $25,000

  Second Stage Theatre · New York, NY · 2022

  This grant provided support to safely reopen theaters and resume productions; Produce four shows total at two venues, the Hayes Theater and the Tony Kiser Theater, support 25+ artists with new play development activitie… read allThis grant provided support to safely reopen theaters and resume productions; Produce four shows total at two venues, the Hayes Theater and the Tony Kiser Theater, support 25+ artists with new play development activities including readings, workshops, and commissions;make productions accessible by providing at least 7,000 free and low-cost tickets through the Affordable Ticket Initiative. less
• $23,000

  Players Philanthropy Fund · Towson, MD · 2024

  This grant was for work on "Mr. Clown & Friends" promotion of childrens' television programming and school events with puppets who discuss issues like bullying, diversity and mental health; help in successfully getting … read allThis grant was for work on "Mr. Clown & Friends" promotion of childrens' television programming and school events with puppets who discuss issues like bullying, diversity and mental health; help in successfully getting the TV version of LA public television as part of a planned national rollout. less
• $20,000

  47 Palmer · Cambridge, MA · 2022

  This grant supported Labor Day Young Artists presentation (live and streamed).

• $20,000

  Craft Contemporary · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death … read allThis grant supported two exhibitions:(1)Diedrick Brackens: Heaven is a muddy riverbed broughttogether a group of the artists weavings whichcentered on the catfish motif. Recalling a haunting story of the drowning death of three Blackmen in police custody in the town where Brackens was raised, the woven tapestries paid homage tothe deceased and to the many symbols embraced by bodies of water.(2) Jaishri Abichandani: Flower Headed Children curated by Anu Vikram brought this mid-careerartist recognition on the west coast and the exhibition can be credited for igniting new interest in her artistic practice. This Brooklyn based artist whose brightly colored sculptures speak tohuman rights, equity for all and featured a portrait gallery of South Asian Heroines celebratesfemale energy while revealing the darker side of female victimization. less
• $20,000

  Players Philanthropy Fund · Towson, MD · 2022

  This grant was for work on "Mr. Clown & Friends" puppetry program on teaching reading and values.

• $20,000

  The Fire Department Theatre Company · New York, NY · 2022

  Salon/Sanctuary Concerts for production and distribution of a new opera discussingJewish African American relations.

• $20,000

  The Sterling Foundation · Chapel Hill, NC · 2022

  This grant supports the Albert Einstein Book. The manuscript for the book has been completed and has undergone copy editing. The Index is in preparation. The Foreword by Hanoch Gutfreund, Academic Director of the Einste… read allThis grant supports the Albert Einstein Book. The manuscript for the book has been completed and has undergone copy editing. The Index is in preparation. The Foreword by Hanoch Gutfreund, Academic Director of the Einstein Archives at theHebrew University of Jerusalem, and the Epilogue by co-author Michael DiRuggiero remain to be added. less
• $15,000

  47 Palmer · Cambridge, MA · 2024

  This grant supported the annual three day Labor Day festival featuring up and coming acoustic artists.

• $15,000

  Songwriting With Soldiers · Austin, TX · 2024

  The purpose of this grant was for the preparation of materials and video postings of collaborations between veterans and/or veteran spouses and professional songwriters to create meaningful songs about wartime experienc… read allThe purpose of this grant was for the preparation of materials and video postings of collaborations between veterans and/or veteran spouses and professional songwriters to create meaningful songs about wartime experiences. less
• $15,000

  Kurt Vonnegut Library and Museum · Indianapolis, IN · 2023

  This grant was in support of activities surrounding "Banned Books Week."

• $15,000

  Songwriting With Soldiers · Austin, TX · 2023

  The purpose of this grant was to assist in anniversary concerts and manage archivalsongs.

• $15,000

  National Comedy Center · Jamestown, NY · 2022

  This grant provided assistance in development of Johnny Carson special exhibit.

• $15,000

  Neo Philanthropy · New York, NY · 2022

  To support the Abortion Access Front(AAF)for the development of a podcast on issues relating to womens'reproductive rights.

• $15,000

  Songwriting With Soldiers · Austin, TX · 2022

  The purpose of this grant was to assist in anniversary concerts and manage archivalsongs.

• $13,500

  Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist C · Bethesda, MD · 2022

  This grant was for the creation of a community concert series called "WomenIn Contemporary Folk Music."

• $12,000

  Dc Abortion Fund · Washington, DC · 2024

  To support a three day set of concert programs in DC to raise funds for women in need of abortion advice and services.

• $11,000

  Indiana Arts Council · Indiana, PA · 2022

  This grant provided for a citywide murals project.

• $10,000

  Kurt Vonnegut Library and Museum · Indianapolis, IN · 2024

  This grant was to support activities for "Banned Book Week" , including lectures and library programs to combat censorship.

• $10,000

  47 Palmer · Cambridge, MA · 2023

  This grant supported Labor Day Young Artists presentation (live and streamed).

• $10,000

  National Comedy Center · Jamestown, NY · 2023

  This grant provided assistance in development of Johnny Carson special exhibit.

• $10,000

  Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art · Altoona, PA · 2023

  To support the Donald M. Robinson Photography Biennial, a 3 day educational event featuring photographers from around the world displaying and discussing a wide variety of photographic techniques.

• $10,000

  Spire Center for Performing Arts · Plymouth, MA · 2023

  To support the Center's "Lobby Series" that features New England folk, blues, and jazz artists

• $10,000

  Kurt Vonnegut Library and Museum · Indianapolis, IN · 2022

  This grant was in support of activities surrounding "Banned Books Week."

• $7,500

  Neo Philanthropy · New York, NY · 2023

  To support the Abortion Access Fund for a project called "Mife and the Misotones". This is a musical and street art focused campaign to explain the issues around the use of Mifepristone, the so-called "abortion bill", w… read allTo support the Abortion Access Fund for a project called "Mife and the Misotones". This is a musical and street art focused campaign to explain the issues around the use of Mifepristone, the so-called "abortion bill", with appearances in Washington DC for the oral argument at the Supreme Court and other national conferences. less
• $5,000

  Neo Philanthropy · New York, NY · 2024

  To support the Abortion Access Fund for a project called "Mife and the Misotones". This is a musical and street art focused campaign to explain the issues around the use of Mifepristone, the so-called "abortion bill", w… read allTo support the Abortion Access Fund for a project called "Mife and the Misotones". This is a musical and street art focused campaign to explain the issues around the use of Mifepristone, the so-called "abortion bill", with appearances in Washington DC for the oral argument at the Supreme Court and other national conferences. less
• $5,000

  Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art · Altoona, PA · 2024

  To provide support for a weekend of photography exhibits highlighting rural areas and architecture.

• $5,000

  Spire Center for Performing Arts · Plymouth, MA · 2024

  To support the Center's "Lobby Series" that features New England area singers and musicians.

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