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Capacity Building Initiatives

Funding is one form of support. Cultural Affairs also invests in professional development, peer learning, artist networks, presentation opportunities, coaching, technical assistance, and other resources that help artists and arts organizations strengthen their work over time.

Initiatives
InitiativeWho it supportsCurrent status
San Diego Artist IncubatorArtists living in San Diego County who are developing the practical skills and relationships needed to present completed work or a developed body of work to the public.Applications closed. Current cohort underway.
Individual Artist FellowshipArtists and culture bearers living in San Diego and Imperial Counties across disciplines and career stages.Applications closed. Current fellowship cohort underway.