The City of Chicago, State of Illinois, and philanthropic organizations, including MacArthur, formed the Arts for Illinois Relief Fund to support artists and arts and culture organizations experiencing hardship caused by COVID-19. The private-public partnership will award grants between $1,500 and $2,000 to individuals and between $6,000 to $30,000 to organizations that have been impacted by the pandemic. The Arts Illinois Relief Fund is also showcasing work from artists who have made their art available online and through virtual arts events.
