About the Grant
The Wendy Gruber Artist Grant commemorates the life and work of Wendy Gruber, a Sausalito plein-air painter who received multiple awards for her artistry in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her work hangs in public and private collections throughout the country.
The Wendy Gruber Artist Fund has been administered through the Marin Community Fund (MCF) for the last fifteen years, and is guided by Wendy’s family. Every year, the artist grant is awarded to help support a promising young artist from a local high school who is pursuing a higher education degree in the visual arts.
In Wendy's memory, the fund and it's advisors are committed to supporting talented artists who face financial barriers in achieving their academic goals. Our grant provides a financial boost to offset tuition related expense for college-bound students who show exceptional promise in drawing, painting, sculpture, and illustration. We believe in nurturing creativity and providing opportunities for artists to develop their skills and reach their true potential.
Grant Criteria
01.
Artistic Excellence
We look for students who have demonstrated outstanding artistic talent and a passion for the fine arts.
02.
Financial Need
We understand that financial barriers can prevent talented students from achieving their academic goals. Our grant program is designed to provide financial assistance to those who need it most.
03.
Career Aspirations
We are looking for students who are committed to pursuing a career in the fine arts and who have a clear plan for achieving their goals.
04.
Pursuit of Higher Education
We value academics and seek to encourage students to strive for a higher education in the fine arts.
