Since 2019, the Darryl Chappell Foundation has delivered a total giving impact of over $130,000 in support of 69 artists. We empower artists through grants and by hiring artists to speak or mentor. We envision artists working together to transform their local communities through art.

Might you help provide funding for one Artist-in-Residence in 2025? We seek to raise $5,500 by December 31, 2024. The artist-in-residence receives a $5,000 stipend, and our partner organization receives $500 for administering the open call for artists. The artist-in-residence also receives a furnished apartment, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and skilled staff.

The mission of the Darryl Chappell Foundation is to empower Afrodescendant artists to achieve their highest potential. Our learning pathway focuses on starting strong, developing youth, centering artists, and mentorship. We accomplish this by funding Artists-in-Residence, facilitating Artists Talks, offering a Mentorship Program, Funding Public Art, and curating an online Artists Marketplace.

As we reflect on the impact of our work, we are reminded of the transformative power of providing artists with an opportunity to focus on their passion for creating art at a time and place of their choosing.

Impact Highlights:

Funded 9 Artists-in-Residence (Light Work, Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, Ogden Museum, New Orleans Museum of Art)

Provided 80 hours of mentorship for artists, mentors paid $75/hour (mentors: Lola Flash, Robin Holder, Earlie Hudnall Jr, Gary Burnley)

Awarded 36 individual artist community grants, median payout of $1,000 (partnership with the Bronx Documentary Center and the Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Art)

Issued 3 Artists of the Year awards (2022, 2023, and 2024), totaling $1,000 each (Gadiel Rivera Herrera '22, Mildor Chevalier '23, Joiri Minaya '24)

We’re not just a foundation—we’re a direct resource for Afrodescendant artists and the communities they transform. Unlike foundations with large endowments, we rely 100% on the generosity of people like you to power our mission.

When you give today, you’re doing more than donating. You’re helping artists create bold, transformative works that inspire community-building, bring voice to the marginalized, and spark radical compassion.

Every gift creates an impact, no matter the amount.

We are a 501(c)3 public charity. As a public charity, at least 33% of our revenue needs to come from the general public. Our programs and support of artists are made possible by your generosity.

Art Patrons of the Darryl Chappell Foundation

royal alley barnes
Ellis Carr
Darryl Chappell
Gregory & Cynthia Chappell
John Guess, Jr.
Dr. Odis Johnson
Kyle Pierce & Daryl Shorter
Darren Sharpe
David Walker
The Marguerite Casey Foundation

Sustaining Supporters

Allswell Akrong
Molly Brown
Aaron Chappell
Clint & Marilyn Chappell
Moses Ngong

Thank you for the generous support of all donors!

Photo: Harlan Bozeman, 2025 Darryl Chappell Foundation Artist-in-Residence at Light Work

Donations to the Darryl Chappell Foundation are 100% tax-deductible under IRS guidelines for 501(c)(3) public charities. Please consult your tax advisor for details

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