Artist Recovery Program
FRACC is committed to strengthening the city’s creative economy through hands-on support for local artists. By leveraging City-awarded ARPA resources, FRACC launched the Artist Recovery Program, a multifaceted initiative designed to help artists recover from the pandemic’s economic impact and contribute to Fall River’s cultural vitality.
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This program aligns with the City of Fall River’s vision for Arts, Culture, and Tourism as drivers of economic recovery and growth. Guided by industry professionals, FRACC's initiatives provide financial assistance, skill-building opportunities, and direct support for artists. This program is financed, in part by Bristol County, through the American Rescue Plan Act.
The Artist Recovery Program Includes:
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✅ Capacity-Building Program (Completed): FRACC partnered with Assets for Artists (A4A) to provide ten Fall River artists with business training and $3,000 working capital grants. Read more about the program and the cohort.
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📚 Business & Finance Workshop Series (Ongoing): Offering free workshops designed by and for artists and creative entrepreneurs. Check out upcoming opportunities on our workshop page and event listings.
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🎨 Artist Showcase Grant (Current Feature): This initiative provides six artists with resources to showcase their work at major city-backed events. We’re excited to highlight our Artist Showcase Grant recipients, who will bring their creative vision to public audiences across Fall River. Meet the Awarded Creatives here!
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🌟 Creative Ambassadors Program (Ongoing): Fall River creatives will receive grants up to $5,000 and serve as Creative Ambassadors. In this role they will champion the power of artistic expression and engaging the public through innovative, participatory projects. Over the course of a one-year term, these ambassadors will create public-facing works that invite residents and visitors to experience the arts in everyday life.
More than just artists, Creative Ambassadors are cultural advocates, trusted community members, and connectors who will design short-term projects that reflect Fall River’s diverse stories and civic spirit. They will also help shape future arts programming, represent the arts in public meetings, and lead FRACC events throughout the year.​
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Program features include:
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$5,000 grants to 5 local artists
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One-year, place-based public projects
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Leadership roles in FRACC meetings and city-wide arts initiatives
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Opportunities to design community workshops and events
The FRACC invites artists across all disciplines—visual, performing, literary, and beyond—to apply. The program especially welcomes those committed to equity, collaboration, and cultural impact.
This program is funded in part by the American Rescue Plan Act through Bristol County and supports the City of Fall River’s long-term vision of arts and culture as key drivers of local economic growth and recovery.
Eligibility
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Must be a full-year resident of Fall River, MA
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Must be a practicing artist with a 5+ year track record of public creative work
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Must be a Fall River artist since before January 1, 2020, or currently have an artist studio space in one of the following Fall River census tracts: 6402, 6403, 6409, 6410, 6411, 6412, 6413, 6414, or 6420. ​
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Must be 18 years or older, and not a full-time college/graduate student
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition (FRACC) is thrilled to announce our 2025 training and networking series, a vital component of our commitment to empowering creatives. Scheduled from November 2025 onward, these workshops offer an invaluable opportunity for skill enhancement and community building.
We cordially invite passionate individuals from Fall River and the southcoast region to join us as presenters by submitting a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a business or finance workshop(s) tailored for local artists and creatives, using the form provided below.
Session Details:
Duration: 1-2 sessions, 2 hours each, conducted via Zoom or in-person (location TBD), featuring a presentation followed by a Q&A session.
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Accessibility:
Workshops will be conducted in English. Closed captioning for Zoom will be available and/or Spanish and Portuguese translation services provided upon request.
Recording: Zoom sessions will be recorded for wider accessibility and reference.
Compensation:
Stipend: Presenters will receive $500 per session (up to 2 sessions).​​​
Interested?
Submit Your Proposal by Monday, September 15 at 11:59 PM EST
For any inquiries or assistance with the submission process, please reach out by emailing fracc@onesouthcoast.com.
This program is financed, in part by Bristol County, through the American Rescue Plan.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Calling all creative leaders! We’re currently seeking proposals from passionate professionals to lead business and finance workshops tailored for local artists and creatives. Each selected presenter will receive a $350 stipend per session (up to two sessions), offered either via Zoom or in-person. Workshops will run from November 2025 onward.
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Submit Your Proposal by Monday, September 15 at 11:59 PM EST
For any inquiries or assistance with the submission process, please reach out by emailing fracc@onesouthcoast.com.
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This program is financed, in part by Bristol County, through the American Rescue Plan.