ICAT i4 Residency: Seeking Patrons of the Arts

For quick reference:

Here’s a Gofundme - https://www.gofundme.com/f/virginia-tech-i4-residency-expenses?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

Venmo @sum-killa
Cashapp $umkilla

Here’s the spiel:

I've been accepted into the Inaugural Virginia Tech Residency for Improvisation, Inspiration, Incubation, and Immersion. The residency is being organized by their Institute for Innovation, Creativity and Technology.

You can find out more by clicking here: https://icat.vt.edu/events/2020/07/inaugural-virginia-tech-residency-for-improvisation--inspiration.html

It takes place later this Summer. I would be at an intersection of arts, creativity and technology that also celebrates diversity. This inaugural class I'm part of has a pool of creative talent that are all accomplished, and leaders in their lanes. As of writing this, I don’t have much more information about what I will do there, because they are still rolling information out to us and we haven’t gotten to that part yet. I DO know that there will be ample time to experiment and be creative.

In the application process, the organizers were upfront about having limited money available for residents... lodging and some meals are provided for.

I gave it a shot, cut through the competition and got in. But currently my resources are all spoken for, and it's only March but I have tapped my core support base as much as I am comfortable with for my creative projects. I'm showing no signs of slowing that up any time this year.

But I need to find a solid patron of the arts, whether an individual, individuals or organization who has ready funding for philanthropy. Once I find them, I need them to put down. If you're out there, now's a great time to make it known.

Leads are appreciated. While I appreciate leads to grants, I really don't have time to fill out more apps. I’m not eligible for most emergency grants that I’m aware of. I'm also at a phase of my career where I need a couple powerful allies to build a long-term relationship with for these types of conquests. That's what I'm looking for. I'm up for putting together a legit proposal for any parties interested in sizable contributions.

If you're inspired to support on impulse, I appreciate all love.

Venmo @sum-killa
Cashapp $umkilla

I will be more than happy to share any details you might want. You can email me at sum - at - preciousmetalscreative - dotcom