COVID-19 Update from Artist Trust View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/artisttrust/covid19-response?e=9218fd8ffa> [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92/images/eec2761c-03a9-4b76-b205-1cc2efc16460.jpg]<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=380e2856c1&e=9218fd8ffa> Crossed Pinkies, Ellen Forney, porcelain enamel on steel, 10’ x 40’, 2016. Photo: Lara Swimmer. Artist Trust is here with Artists. In these uncertain times, one thing we can be certain of is that Washington State artists will continue to create work that challenges the status quo, evokes dialogue, connects people, and encourages healing. We know that we can count on artists for the inspiration we need to keep going, but it’s also clear that artists are going to need our help more than ever. We are already seeing severe negative impacts on artists’ livelihoods from COVID-19. A career interruption like this can be devastating to artists who are already operating on a very slim margin. This means our work together supporting artists is more essential than ever. Right now Artist Trust is digging deep to bring additional resources and support to artists during this challenging time, and working with our local and national partners to determine the best pathway forward. Here’s how you can help: * Artists, please take our short survey<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=4b2c284be7&e=9218fd8ffa> to help us understand the impact of COVID-19 so we can provide the resources you need. Please share it widely! * Follow us on social media for COVID-19 related artist resources, and share those resources with your networks. * Lend your support to artists directly<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=dab54deb89&e=9218fd8ffa> – we’ve put together a few ideas on how. * Donate now to Artist Trust<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=97b4cd7afc&e=9218fd8ffa> to help us continue to be here with artists. This outbreak also has significant financial implications for Artist Trust. We are postponing our Annual Benefit Art Auction until June 24. This event is THE core fundraiser fueling our ability to provide Washington State artists with the cash grants and professional development they need to thrive. We humbly ask your advice, connections, ideas, and support to join us in helping artists weather this storm. We thank you for your support of artists, and your continued support of Artist Trust. We’re all in this together. [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-facebook-48.png]<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=b93f6538e2&e=9218fd8ffa> [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-twitter-48.png]<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=b867ac7deb&e=9218fd8ffa> [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-instagram-48.png]<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=c4d6bf9110&e=9218fd8ffa> [https://cdn-images.mailchimp.com/icons/social-block-v2/color-link-48.png]<https://artisttrust.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0769f936b09d4feb6b9cbb92&id=d4e1a34645&e=9218fd8ffa> Artist Trust · 1835 12th Ave · Seattle, WA 98122 · USA