grants & awards
Since its inception in 1997, the Sam and Adele Golden Foundation for the Arts has awarded financial grants and fellowships to over 50 professional artists and art organizations throughout the United States.
Beginning in 2004, with the initial development of its own residency program, the Sam and Adele Golden Foundation established the Golden Foundation Fellowship to provide continued assistance to the art community by way of independent granting organizations.
2007 - 2011 Award Recipients
Atlantic Center for the Arts 
Atlantic Center for the Arts is a nonprofit, interdisciplinary artists’ community and arts education facility dedicated to promoting artistic excellence by providing talented artists an opportunity to work and collaborate with some of the world’s most distinguished contemporary artists in the fields of composing, visual literary, and performing arts. Artist Erik Benson is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient
Atlantic Center for the Arts is a nonprofit, interdisciplinary artists’ community and arts education facility dedicated to promoting artistic excellence by providing talented artists an opportunity to work and collaborate with some of the world’s most distinguished contemporary artists in the fields of composing, visual literary, and performing arts. Artist Erik Benson is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient
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Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts 
The spirit and programs of the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts are based on the conviction that exceptional talent deserves to be supported. Our practical commitment to this belief is achieved by providing well-equipped studio spaces, living accommodations and a monthly stipend to artists who are awarded residencies.
The spirit and programs of the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts are based on the conviction that exceptional talent deserves to be supported. Our practical commitment to this belief is achieved by providing well-equipped studio spaces, living accommodations and a monthly stipend to artists who are awarded residencies.
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Headlands Center for the Arts 
Headlands Center for the Arts provides an unparalleled environment for the creative process and the development of new work and ideas. Through artists' residencies and public programs, we offer opportunities for reflection, dialogue and exchange that build understanding and appreciation for the role of art in society. Eva Struble is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient.
Headlands Center for the Arts provides an unparalleled environment for the creative process and the development of new work and ideas. Through artists' residencies and public programs, we offer opportunities for reflection, dialogue and exchange that build understanding and appreciation for the role of art in society. Eva Struble is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient.
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Vermont Studio Center 
The Center located in Johnson, VT is the largest international residency program in the USA. It offers artists the gift of uninterrupted time while working in the fellowship of professional peers. Sean Foley is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient
The Center located in Johnson, VT is the largest international residency program in the USA. It offers artists the gift of uninterrupted time while working in the fellowship of professional peers. Sean Foley is the 2011 Golden Fellowship recipient
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2006 Recipients
A Gathering of Tribes 
The gallery located in the Lower East Side of NY features the work of artists not seen in mainstream galleries and serves as a meeting place for artists in a multi-cultural environment.
The gallery located in the Lower East Side of NY features the work of artists not seen in mainstream galleries and serves as a meeting place for artists in a multi-cultural environment.
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Arts Now 
Located at Edmonds Community College, near Seattle, was created to meet the professional development needs of visual artists.
Located at Edmonds Community College, near Seattle, was created to meet the professional development needs of visual artists.
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Asian American Arts Center 
Serves Lower Manhattan and features contemporary Asian and American art forms including exhibitions, and intergenerational educational arts programs.
Serves Lower Manhattan and features contemporary Asian and American art forms including exhibitions, and intergenerational educational arts programs.
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CUE Art Foundation 
Located in NYC was founded in 2002 to provide a substantial transformation in the careers of gifted, but still unrecognized artists.
Located in NYC was founded in 2002 to provide a substantial transformation in the careers of gifted, but still unrecognized artists.
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Triangle Arts Association 
Sponsor workshops, a residency program and exhibition opportunities for emerging and mid-career artists in NYC.
Sponsor workshops, a residency program and exhibition opportunities for emerging and mid-career artists in NYC.
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Vermont Studio Center Vermont Studio Centers tis he largest international residency program in the USA. It offers artists the gift of uninterrupted time while working in the fellowship of professional peers. Brent Holland was awarded funding through the Sam & Adele Golden Foundation for a 2007 residency.
Vermont Studio Centers tis he largest international residency program in the USA. It offers artists the gift of uninterrupted time while working in the fellowship of professional peers. Brent Holland was awarded funding through the Sam & Adele Golden Foundation for a 2007 residency.
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Weir Farm Art Center 
The Art Center was founded to protect the home and studio of artist, J. Alden Weir. One of the core programs of this farm located in Wilton, Ct. is the Artist in Residence.
The Art Center was founded to protect the home and studio of artist, J. Alden Weir. One of the core programs of this farm located in Wilton, Ct. is the Artist in Residence. Women's Studio Workshop (WSW) 
Located in Rosendale, NY, WSW provides opportunities, specifically time, space, technical assistance and remuneration so women artists of merit can create new work.
Located in Rosendale, NY, WSW provides opportunities, specifically time, space, technical assistance and remuneration so women artists of merit can create new work.
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New York Foundation for the Arts 
NYFA serves and promotes the work of individual artists. NYFA co-sponsored, "The Artist's Guide: How to Make a Living Doing What You Love." This book is a comprehensive handbook that provides the information, tools, and techniques, for developing and sustaining a successful art career.
NYFA serves and promotes the work of individual artists. NYFA co-sponsored, "The Artist's Guide: How to Make a Living Doing What You Love." This book is a comprehensive handbook that provides the information, tools, and techniques, for developing and sustaining a successful art career.
Chicago Artists Coalition 
An arts service organization providing professional and educational services for visual artists.
An arts service organization providing professional and educational services for visual artists.
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2005 Recipients
2005 Selection Committee
James Barsness 
“My Garden” 48” x 66” Pen & Acrylic on Paper Canvas Year 2003 - Athens, Georgia
“My Garden” 48” x 66” Pen & Acrylic on Paper Canvas Year 2003 - Athens, Georgia
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Theresa Chong 
“Untitled” 66” x 84” Oil on Linen Year 2001 - West New York, New Jersey
“Untitled” 66” x 84” Oil on Linen Year 2001 - West New York, New Jersey
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Joey Fauerso 
“Above Bubba” 22.5” x 30” Oil & Acrylic on Paper Year 2003 - Roswell, New Mexico
“Above Bubba” 22.5” x 30” Oil & Acrylic on Paper Year 2003 - Roswell, New Mexico
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Juri Morioka 
“Never-ending Changes” 72” x 60” Oil on Canvas Year 2004 - New York, New York
“Never-ending Changes” 72” x 60” Oil on Canvas Year 2004 - New York, New York
Dannielle Tegeder 
“Garden Escape Plan” 48” x 96” Paint on Canvas over Panel Year 2004 - Brooklyn, New York
“Garden Escape Plan” 48” x 96” Paint on Canvas over Panel Year 2004 - Brooklyn, New York
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Andrea Inselmann Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Frank Owen Professor of Art University of Vermont Burlington, VT
Mary Murray Curator of Contemporary Art Munson William Proctor Art Institute Utica, NY
2004 Recipients
Art House 
“Where Art Lives” is located in Cleveland, OH and serves as a nexus between art and business by providing tools and opportunities for artists to become self-sustaining professionals.
“Where Art Lives” is located in Cleveland, OH and serves as a nexus between art and business by providing tools and opportunities for artists to become self-sustaining professionals.
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The Center for Emerging Visual Artists 
Located in Philadelphia, PA, the center provides services to emerging visual artists through its Career Development Program and its Regional Community Arts Program.
Located in Philadelphia, PA, the center provides services to emerging visual artists through its Career Development Program and its Regional Community Arts Program.
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International Studio & Curatorial Program 
Located in NYC this international residency program makes a concerted effort to connect artists and curators to the local community by introducing the community to new art from all over the world.
Located in NYC this international residency program makes a concerted effort to connect artists and curators to the local community by introducing the community to new art from all over the world.
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PS 122 Gallery 
Provides alternative space and exhibition opportunities for emerging and under-recognized artists and offers emerging curators an opportunity to collaborate with artists to produce innovative shows of high aesthetic merit.
Provides alternative space and exhibition opportunities for emerging and under-recognized artists and offers emerging curators an opportunity to collaborate with artists to produce innovative shows of high aesthetic merit.
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2003 Recipients
2003 Selection Committee
Curt Barnes 
“Copper Counterpoint” 35”x 49”x12” from wall to center Micasceous and matte acrylics on curved birch Year 2002 - New York, New York
“Copper Counterpoint” 35”x 49”x12” from wall to center Micasceous and matte acrylics on curved birch Year 2002 - New York, New York
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Richard Craig Harden 
In a Field of Poppies “Sisters and Crossing” 300”x 90” Oil on plaster panels Year 2002 - Pleasant Valley, Connecticut
In a Field of Poppies “Sisters and Crossing” 300”x 90” Oil on plaster panels Year 2002 - Pleasant Valley, Connecticut
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Haley Hasler 
Self Portrait as a Lady in a Paper Dress with Attendants 48” x 38” Oil on Linen Year 2003 - Charlottesville, Virginia
Self Portrait as a Lady in a Paper Dress with Attendants 48” x 38” Oil on Linen Year 2003 - Charlottesville, Virginia
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Teresa Stanley 
“Blue Girl” 36” x 36” Acrylic on Wood Panel Year 2002 - Arcata, California
“Blue Girl” 36” x 36” Acrylic on Wood Panel Year 2002 - Arcata, California
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Ronnie Landfield Professional Artist New York, New York
Mary Murray Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Utica, New York
Dr. Dewey Mosby Director, Picker Art Gallery Colgate University, Hamilton, NY
2002 Recipients
Art Omi 
International Arts Center located in Hudson, NY. Since 1991, the center has sponsored artist's residencies for the world's emerging creative talent.
International Arts Center located in Hudson, NY. Since 1991, the center has sponsored artist's residencies for the world's emerging creative talent.
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Buffalo Art Studio 
Provides affordable studio space and public exposure for regional, national and International artists.
Provides affordable studio space and public exposure for regional, national and International artists.
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d.u.m.b.o 
DUMBO - Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass - is dedicated to preserving the neighborhood as an established artists' community in Brooklyn. Promotes the collective work of emerging visual artists.
DUMBO - Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass - is dedicated to preserving the neighborhood as an established artists' community in Brooklyn. Promotes the collective work of emerging visual artists.
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New York Artists Equity Assoc., Inc. 
Provides professional opportunities and services for visual fine artists and their estates, assists with economic, education, and health needs. Maintains a slide registry.
Provides professional opportunities and services for visual fine artists and their estates, assists with economic, education, and health needs. Maintains a slide registry.
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Triangle Artists' Workshop 
Assists an international group of professional painters by sponsoring an intense two-week studio session designed to maximize exchange, stimulate new ideas and foster dialogue.
Assists an international group of professional painters by sponsoring an intense two-week studio session designed to maximize exchange, stimulate new ideas and foster dialogue.
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2001 Recipients
Andrew DuPont 
"Target 2001" 33”x23.6" Oil and enamel on paper Year 2001 - Copenhagen, Denmark
"Target 2001" 33”x23.6" Oil and enamel on paper Year 2001 - Copenhagen, Denmark
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Elinore Schnurr 
"Vodka Bar II" 24”x36" Oil on canvas Year 2000 - Long Island City, NY
"Vodka Bar II" 24”x36" Oil on canvas Year 2000 - Long Island City, NY
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Frank Webster 
"The Guard-towers" 40”x80" Acrylic on canvas Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
"The Guard-towers" 40”x80" Acrylic on canvas Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
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Lynda Ray 
“Cliff Face, Oil on Canvas” 35”x50" Oil on canvas Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
“Cliff Face, Oil on Canvas” 35”x50" Oil on canvas Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
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Neil Berger 
"loisaida Avenue, NYC" 10”x13" Oil on board Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
"loisaida Avenue, NYC" 10”x13" Oil on board Year 2001 - Brooklyn, New York
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2001 Selection Committee
John Griefen Professional Artist New York, New York
Mary Murray Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Utica, New York
William Warmus Internationally recognized author, Curator, Art Appraiser and Consultant Lansing, New York
2001 Organization Award Recipients
New York Foundation for the Arts Received a special award for the NYC Arts Recovery Fund established to address the challenges facing New York's artists and arts organizations affected by the events of September 11th.
Received a special award for the NYC Arts Recovery Fund established to address the challenges facing New York's artists and arts organizations affected by the events of September 11th.
2000 Recipients
Catherine Kehoe 
"Herself" 6" x 6" Oil on wood Year 2000 - Oslindale, Massachusetts
"Herself" 6" x 6" Oil on wood Year 2000 - Oslindale, Massachusetts
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Creighton Michael 
"Mesh (999)" 60" x 60" Acrylic and Oil on canvas Year 1999 - Mt. Kisco, New York
"Mesh (999)" 60" x 60" Acrylic and Oil on canvas Year 1999 - Mt. Kisco, New York
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2000 Selection Committee
Dr. John Marciari Assistant Professor of Fine ArtsLoyola CollegeBaltimore, Maryland
Mary Murray Curator of Modern and Contemporary ArtMunson-Williams-Proctor Arts InstituteUtica, New York
Frank Owen National Endowment for the Arts Visual Arts Fellowship '79, '90Professional ArtistKeene Valley, New York
2000 Organization Award Recipients
Art OMI Art OMI International Arts Center is located in Hudson, NY. Art OMI received support for their international visual artists residency program.
Art OMI International Arts Center is located in Hudson, NY. Art OMI received support for their international visual artists residency program.
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Change, Inc. 
(The Rauschenberg Foundation) Received an award to assist artists of all disciplines in need of emergency aid.
(The Rauschenberg Foundation) Received an award to assist artists of all disciplines in need of emergency aid.
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Triangle Artists Workshop 
Based in Manhattan, Triangle Artists Workshop received a grant for their artist’s workshops, which bring painters together from around the world.
Based in Manhattan, Triangle Artists Workshop received a grant for their artist’s workshops, which bring painters together from around the world.
Ceres 
Based in NYC, Ceres was awarded funds to provide women painters studio space and artists materials.
Based in NYC, Ceres was awarded funds to provide women painters studio space and artists materials.
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Preservation For Posterity 
This Boston group received a grant toward publishing "A Guide to the Preservation of Art Lacking a Contemporary Market. As of 4/03 their name is: Society for Expanding the Mission of Art Museums.
This Boston group received a grant toward publishing "A Guide to the Preservation of Art Lacking a Contemporary Market. As of 4/03 their name is: Society for Expanding the Mission of Art Museums.
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