Apply for a Community Arts Award to be a part of the third annual Prudential presents North to Shore Festival. Qualified applicants include independent artists, producers, non-profits, small businesses and faith-based institutions — in Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Newark — who are interested in performing or presenting music, comedy, dance, theater or a visual art event during the festival dates in each city. Prudential presents North to Shore Festival highlights the diversity of the state’s talent while supporting the creative economy and amplifying the voices of under-recognized artists and organizations.

We are excited to offer two distinct opportunities for funding.

Self-Produced Event Awards

For experienced arts and culture producers — with access to a venue — who would like to self-produce an event.

Performing Artist Awards

For independent performing artists — without a venue — who would like to be presented on an outdoor stage or club in their city at a time and venue to be determined by festival curators and headline artists associated with the presentation.

Please refer to the Community Arts Award Guidelines and the FAQs for more information that will inform your application.