Applicants to the Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program work through the process of applying for a grant at their own pace as they simultaneously plan for the long-term future of their career. Unlike many other grant programs, the CEAP offers a broad network of resources including connections to additional funding sources, peer groups and networking, and when applicable, grant funds. Over 31 artists received grants in 2024, with a total $60,000 being awarded throughout the year.
Grantees represent a diverse group of creative industries including: Filmmaking, publishing, music production, retail, fashion design, performing arts and music, marketing and design, and teaching artistry.
The recipients of the Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Grant in 2024 are:
• Raine Valentine
• Kym Stine Art
• Roth Preap
• Jude Hawkins
• Nancy Walker
• Kate Brennan, Ignition Arts
• Brittany Conrad Photography
• JayHarry Rodriguez, C. Desire Association
• Jessica Smith, Script and Grain
• Sergio Paul
• Joicy Serrano
• Dalvoury Shelton, Smart Alec Children’s Books
• Haley Miller Art
• Ashley Pontius Comedy
• Stefan May, Roadman Inc.
• Matthew Baer, Social Drive
• Vito Grippi
• Caleb Robertson
• Josh Santiago, C&P Media
• Ettajae Wood, E Wood Productions
• Seth Holmes, Holmes Watercolors
• Dan Barry Arts
• Keisha Ransome, The Lotus Bloom
• Annelise Vuono, Lovebug Illustrations
• Emily Arndt, Em’s Len Creative Solutions
• Krystal Younglove, The Indestructible Woman
• Colin Plotica, Movement Retail
• Brianne Lindstrom
• Kwame Katana, Play Lotto Records
• Gavin Mayne
• Andre McAfee, Artist Realm Productions
Applications for the Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program and open now and are rolling. This program is administered by the Cultural Alliance in York, Adams, Franklin, and Fulton Counties. The process begins with a simple letter of interest (LOI), from which creatives will be matched with an appropriate Navigator who will guide them through the process of receiving educational, business planning and/or financial resources to launch or grow their business. Questions about the program can be directed toward Rita Whitney at Rita@culturalyork.org.
Founded in 1999 to be the backbone of our cultural community, The Cultural Alliance of York County strategically invests in the work of arts organizations, artists, culture bearers and art educators so that imagination and innovation can thrive in York County. For more information, call the Cultural Alliance at 717-812-9255, visit our website at www.culturalyork.org, visit the Cultural Alliance of York on Facebook, and follow @CulturalYork on Instagram.
For more information, call the Cultural Alliance at 717-812-9255, visit our website at www.culturalyork.org, visit the Cultural Alliance of York on Facebook, and follow @CulturalYork on Instagram.
