WHAT IS THE MENENDEZ INSTITUTE FOR DIVERGENT PRACTICE?
The Menendez Institute for Divergent Practice is a 501(c)(3) public charity supporting artists whose ways of seeing, making, and working expand contemporary practice.
IS THE INSTITUTE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS?
Not yet. Applications for the inaugural Menendez Institute Studio Award are expected to open Black Friday weekend in November 2026 and close December 31, 2026.
WHAT IS THE STUDIO AWARD?
The inaugural Studio Award will provide $500 in unrestricted support. The recipient will be announced in March 2027.
IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE?
Yes. The Studio Award application fee is $3.33.
WHO CAN APPLY?
Eligibility and application requirements will be published when applications open.
WHAT IS BE SEEN NYC?
Be Seen NYC is a developing public-presentation initiative inspired by the Institute’s glass-box-truck exhibition intervention in Chelsea during Frieze week. It is intended to bring selected artists’ work into public view beyond conventional exhibition spaces.
WHAT IS THE MENENDEZ PRIZE?
The Menendez Prize is the Institute’s long-term vision for a flagship award recognizing singular and consequential artistic practice. It is currently in development.
ARE DONATIONS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
The Menendez Institute for Divergent Practice is a 501(c)(3) public charity. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.