Bond Bill Supports Artist Ownership

In May, representatives from Maryland’s Legislative District 47 presented a check for $300,000 to the Gateway CDC team to support the STUDIO Lab initiative.

STUDIO Lab Program Gets boost from 47th District Representatives

Senator Malcolm Augustine (D, District 47)

Delegate Diana M. Fennell (D, District 47A)

Delegate Julian Ivey (D, District 47A)

Thanks to a bond bill, funding from the state of Maryland, Gateway CDC will be able to provide support for artists and entrepreneurs as they grow and expand. The $300,000 goes toward Gateway CDC’s STUDIO Lab program and funding will enable Gateway to regrant to artists, enhance properties, and invest in artists who want to stay within the Gateway community. State Senator Malcolm Augustine and Delegates Diana M. Fennell and Julian Ivey led the effort.

STUDIO Lab facilitates artist and small business ownership of properties in the Gateway Arts District and the surrounding area. The program offers financial assistance including money for down payments and professional fees. It also provides mentorship and technical assistance through the existing incubator program at the Gateway Media Arts Lab, leaning on the skills and expertise of resident professionals.