BANF’s Executive Director, Sixto Wagan

BANF’s Executive Director, Sixto Wagan

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BANF’s $500,000 Artist Awards Spark a Creative Renaissance in Houston

Houston is no stranger to innovation, but the BIPOC Arts Network and Fund (BANF) is taking creativity to new heights with its groundbreaking 2025 Artist Awards. This January, 25 extraordinary local artists will receive a $20,000 grant each, alongside an 18-month immersive learning experience, to push the boundaries of cultural innovation and uplift the voices of Houston’s vibrant BIPOC communities.