Rossi MissionSF, a non-profit project fiscally sponsored by Independent Arts & Media, requests $30,000 in General Operating Support from the California Arts Council. These critical funds will bolster our operational capacity, covering essential administrative expenses and providing direct wages for artists and employees vital to our daily functions.
This investment will strengthen our three pillars of expansion: Community-Driven Events, Holistic Art Workshops, and Charitable Artist Residencies. By directly supporting our administrative and artist/employee/consultants wages, this grant enables Rossi MissionSF to continue offering safe, inclusive creative spaces. We empower marginalized Bay Area artists experiencing homelessness, disability, substance abuse, and low-income struggles, addressing their urgent needs for living wages and accessible platforms. This grant will ensure our sustained ability to cultivate community, creativity, and care, aligning with CAC’s mission to strengthen arts and culture for a better California.
Rossi Project offers a dynamic ecosystem of core programs and services centered around three pillars of expansion: Community-Driven Events, Holistic Art Workshops, and Charitable Artist Residencies.
Community-Driven Events: Rossi creates vibrant, inclusive gatherings designed to foster connection and collaboration, where art thrives without barriers. These events range from intimate poetry readings to live performances by local DJs, rappers, and musicians. A key aspect is accessibility, with no tickets or cover charges, emphasizing a shared commitment to culture and belonging.
Holistic Art Workshops: Redefining art education, these workshops blend artistic technique with lived experience. Led by Bay Area artists, sessions explore not only “how to create” but also “why,” integrating storytelling, networking strategies, and tech-driven innovation. Participants gain tools to navigate the creative industry while discovering their unique voice.
Charitable Artist Residencies: Rossi Project invests in artists facing systemic barriers by offering crucial support. This includes studio access and materials for experimentation across mediums, life stabilization support such as housing stipends, healthcare navigation, and food assistance. Residencies also provide mentorship from established creatives, partnerships with social workers, and documentation of artists’ journeys to amplify stories of resilience and inspire systemic change.

