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Why give?

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    Support Underrepresented Artists

    Every dollar from art sales goes directly to the artist. This is a core part of the B+S mission. To support artists with all proceeds from their work, which serves to support the sustainability of their craft.

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    Create Free Educational Opportunities

    Bader+Simon is dedicated to art, education, and social justice. Your support allows us to fund free programs for youth and community members that teach about the history of social justice by examining art created by these movements.

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    Empowering Emerging Artists

    Each year, B+S awards $7,500 and an exhibition opportunity to one emerging self-taught artist without formal training, an advanced Master’s degree, and extensive grant and exhibition experience. Your gift funds the next one.

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    Promote Underrepresented Histories

    Bader+Simon has developed a curriculum that centers on local underrepresented histories. By supporting B+S, you are expanding access to art history education.

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    Develop Community Partnerships

    Bader + Simon doesn't work alone. Your support helps us build and sustain partnerships with artists, collectives, and community organizations locally and nationally — expanding access to art for everyone.

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    Creating Opportunities for Incarcerated Artists

    Bader + Simon advocates for incarcerated artists. Our Engaging Futures Internship provides opportunities for incarcerated individuals pursuing their Bachelor’s Degree. Your support helps to sustain this program.

From Our Grant Winners

Art piece depicting two Barbie dolls surrounded by intertwined penis sculptures.

“My art is inspired by human experience. I often find myself resolving notions of identity and manhood, ultimately trying to define my relationship to the world around me so that I know how to best serve the world around me. The art making process itself ends up being very therapeutic.”

— Jamaal Durr

“When resources are limited, you often feel like you have to compromise your vision. The Empowerment Grant from Bader + Simon not only gave me room to be more intentional with my art, but it also made me feel truly seen and heard as an artist.”

— Robert Hightower
Colorful painting of a red background with two blue chairs, a pink vase with green leaves, and orange accents.

"I want the conversation (around my work) to remind people that identity isn't fixed.

— Monica Rodriguez
A person wearing a blue t-shirt and dark pants stands against a wooden floor background, with a red apple and green leaves overlaid on their face in the image.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Bader + Simon is a 501(c)(3).
    Tax ID; 88-2251548

  • Unless specified, your donation will go toward general operating costs.

  • Please direct inquiries to our Director of Development, Education, and Engagement at development@baderandsimon.com

  • Absolutely. We’d love to discuss the options. Please send an inquiry to our Director of Development, Education, and Engagement at development@baderandsimon.com