Mike Quashie (Limbo King) Grant for Black History Month
Native New Yorker Aziza Miller (left) is an award-winning poet, pianist, composer, conductor, lyricist, and educator, whose music continues to be performed and recorded, nationwide. With an illustrious jazz career spanning five decades, her contributions as both a solo artist and collaborator have left an indelible mark on the jazz music landscape.
Erica Brown (right), a Kingston native, believes strong communities come from empowered individuals. As Community Engagement Coordinator for Radio Kingston, she focuses on access, inclusion, and diversity while collaborating with local nonprofits. She serves on the Kingston Farmers Market board and contributes to Kingston Midtown Rising Connect, the Ulster County Housing Advisory Committee, and the Kingston Community Land Trust.
Andrew Drew Bryant, dancer/educator, CCE
Peter Bradley, visual artist
Raymond Pinto, dancer/choreographer
Simi Stone, singer/songwriter/performer
Kiesha Joan Robinson, jazz singer
Charles Gayle, jazz instrumentalist
Bertha Hope, pianist
Juma Sultan, percussionist
International Women’s Day Grant
Viktorsha Uliyanova, photographer/educator
Gay Pride Month Grant
Alexandra Garcia, healthcare practitioner