  Call to Artists: IFCC Grant and Residency ProgramPortland Parks & Recreation invites artists and arts organizations to apply for the next cycle (2023-2024) of the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center (IFCC) Grant and Residency Program. This program is part of the City of Portland’s Relief and Recovery for Artists of Color initiative, funded by the American Rescue Plan.There are two types of residencies with different grant amounts, spaces, and roles:Artist in Residence (AIR): Nine-week residency and $9,300 grant award. Residency spaces: gallery, studio, or office.Artist and Facilitator in Residence (AFR): Nine-week residency and $12,000 grant award. Residency space: theatre. Each nine-week residency consists of a cohort of three Artists in Residence (AIR) and one Artist and Facilitator in Residence (AFR) who occupy four different spaces at IFCC. Applications are due Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 11:59pm. Learn more Information Sessions and IFCC Building ToursAll applicants are required to attend one of the following Informational Sessions and IFCC Building Tours. This is a requirement to apply. Saturday, July 15, 10am-11:30am Monday, July 17, 6pm-7:30pm Thursday, July 20, 6pm-7:30pm Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center 5340 N Interstate Avenue (adjacent to Patton Square Park) What is the IFCC?The Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center (IFCC) is a community-based arts center located in North Portland. It was founded in 1982 by Portland’s first Black Commissioner and Parks’ Director, Charles Jordan. IFCC has served as the cultural home for the Black community in N/NE since its founding.  Soo Pak, Arts, Culture, and Special Events Managersoo.pak@portlandoregon.gov | 971-280-2214PORTLANDPARKS.ORG | 503-823-2525 |
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