Awards & Programs
Three awards. Four disciplines. One mission.
Our programming falls into three categories — the Premier Award, Community Arts Grants and the Emerging Artist Award — each touching some combination of our four core disciplines: music, dance, theater and the visual arts.
$10,000
Premier Award
A new work by an individual artist or arts organization, in a different discipline each year.
Details & past awardees →
$500–$1,000
Community Arts Grants
Annual grants supporting community-level arts programming across New Jersey.
Details & 2026 grantees →
$500
Emerging Artist Award
Recognizing a promising young artist’s dedication to craft, across any discipline.
Details →Beyond the awards
Visit A Life in the Arts →
A Life in the Arts
Our interview series celebrating people who have dedicated their lives to artistic pursuit.
Questions about eligibility or timing for any award? Email us at MasterworkArts@gmail.com, or watch our blog and social media for the next application window.