Ned and Sunny Roberts established a foundation 60 years ago with a mission to ensure Hartford’s rich cultural heritage thrived for generations. Today, the foundation is committed to supporting the arts for their intrinsic value, aiming to fund exceptional aesthetic experiences that reflect, celebrate, and elevate the human spirit, thereby maintaining the vitality of Hartford.
The Excellence in the Arts Grant aims to support the arts within Hartford's community, honoring its history from the Gilded Age to the present day. The foundation offers funding for projects that promise to deliver outstanding aesthetic experiences, which contribute to the city's cultural richness and quality of life. For large funding requests, starting at $25,000, it is vital to initiate contact with the foundation well before submitting an application. This grant program emphasizes the importance of arts in sustaining the city's vibrancy and cultural legacy.
Additionally, the foundation will advocate for recipient organizations to direct funding from Roberts towards compensating visual artists. We are of the view that this approach will enhance the caliber of artwork showcased and enrich the artistic experience for everyone involved.