@cerfplus

Cerfplus aggregates funding and residency opportunities for visual artists across the United States, with detailed coverage of programs like the Morean Arts Center Artist-in-Residence program and Penland School of Craft scholarships. The platform specializes in compiling application deadlines, eligibility requirements, and financial details for studio residencies, educational grants, and professional development programs. Their database includes specific resources for immigrant artists through initiatives like The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans. The resource hub maintains current information about institutional stipends, studio space allocation, and tuition coverage at established arts organizations and educational institutions. Their documentation covers application cycles, submission guidelines, and program structures for both short-term residencies and long-term educational opportunities. The platform catalogs program-specific requirements for portfolios, artist statements, and supplementary materials. Cerfplus organizes opportunities by career stage, funding type, and geographic location to help artists identify relevant programs. Their listings detail facility access, equipment availability, and community engagement components for each residency or educational opportunity. The platform tracks application windows and program cycles for major arts institutions, craft schools, and cultural organizations across the country.