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United States Artists supports artists and their essential role in society.

A man and woman sit in armchairs, each holding a microphone. The man speaks into the microphone, looking out toward the camera, while the woman listens. Artwork hangs on the white wall behind them.

Judilee Reed and Salvador Jiménez Flores converse at a panel discussion at 21c Museum Hotel as part of EXPO Chicago, 2023.

Photo by Jeremy Lawson.

Programs

Our nomination-based programs support artists and cultural practitioners of all disciplines and career stages across the country through unrestricted awards and services tailored to their needs.

Jerod Tate, a Chickasaw man with long brown hair, stands facing away from the camera towards a symphony orchestra. Tate is dressed in ancient Chickasaw regalia, a tunic with gray feathers, and holds a staff high in his left hand. Towards the back left of the photo, a Chickasaw actor also in regalia is seen holding a staff high in their hand, facing Tate.

2024 USA Fellow Jerod Tate conducting a symphony orchestra alongside Chickasaw actors appearing in ancient Chickasaw regalia.

Photo by Dale Yee Dong.

Community

Through our platforms and commissions, we spark dialogues and exchanges that build knowledge and experiences.

Finnegan Shannon, a white person with a buzz cut, posed next to a bright blue bench. Their handwriting on the bench reads, "I wish this city was more hospitable to my body's needs. Rest here if you agree." They wear a KF94 mask, a fluorescent lime shirt, and a floral fisherman-style vest.

2025 USA Fellow Finnegan Shannon posed next to In New York, Thinking of You at The FLAG Art Foundation, 2023.

Photo by Steven Probert.

Partnerships

We partner with foundations, philanthropists, and field leaders to expand support for artists and cultural practitioners across the country.

Two women stand towards the right of a stage behind a podium. A projected image fills a screen from the top to the bottom of the stage. The image is of a digital ocean-like background. In the center of this background is a white circle with a vector drawing of a hand holding a single flower. The petals of the flower are made of line drawings of eyes and ears.

Launch party for New Suns Issue 9 and M3's Anthology at The Center for Fiction in New York, 2023.

Photo by Jenna Bascom Photography.

People

We are a team who believes in solidarity, accessibility, and integrity.

Two guests hold glasses of wine and converse at a lounge with an arched lamp and bookshelves behind them. Light from a wall of windows on their left softly illuminates them.

Two guests chatting at a United States Artists Community Dinner in Chicago, IL.

Supporters

Our work would not be possible without the support of our donors.

Ayodele Casel, a Black woman, performs front and center on stage alongside Jared Alexander (left) and Amandra Castro (right). Ayodele wears black slacks, a white shirt, a black bowtie and jacket, along with tap shoes. Jared and Amanda are dressed similarly in black and white with white tap shoes that match Ayodele’s. Jared’s arms are stretched wide while both Ayodele and Amanda have their left arms raised upright and their right arms crossed over their bodies.

2023 USA Fellow, choreographer, and tap dancer Ayodele Casel (center) performs with Jared Alexander (left) and Amanda Castro (right).

Photo by Tony Turner.

History

United States Artists was created in 2006 for artists.