Artistic Enrichment Grant Fund

For over 50 years, the Crested Butte Arts Festival has championed community-driven artistic visions through our annual Artistic Enrichment Grant (AEG). 

As the only granting entity in the Gunnison Valley supporting individual artists, the CBAF plays a vital role in cultivating local artistic initiatives. In addition to funding independent projects, the AEG also provides resources to local organizations working to sustain and expand creative programming throughout the community.

During the annual grant cycle, we receive funding requests totaling around $30,000—yet in most years, festival profits only allow us to meet a fraction of that need, typically just one-quarter.

Past Recipients of AEG - Artists & Nonprofits (partial list):
Joe Bob Merritt
Hayden Lilly Daiber
Heather Bischoff
Caroline McLean

Crested Butte School of Dance
Trailhead Children's Museum
Kissidugu Foundation
Firebird Theater
Six Points Evaluation & Training
Crested Butte Community School
Gunnison Arts Center

- Mission -
The Crested Butte Society awakens and nurtures artistic enrichment throughout the Gunnison Valley. We present the annual Crested Butte Arts Festival to sustain cultural vibrancy, advocate for a thriving creative community, and financially support local artistic programs.

- Vision -
The Crested Butte Society unites the Gunnison Valley through the transformative power of the arts.