Jini Stolk Creative Fellowship
As the shepherds of successful organizations, arts managers are responsible for the administrative, financial, and overall health of the organization. They are passionate and committed to their work, but often have little opportunity for professional development. The Jini Stolk Creative Fellowship will support arts managers of small to mid-sized Toronto arts organizations to encourage the development of the field of arts management, including organizational experimentation and effective governance through professional development, research, networking and sharing.
Prize:
$20,000 over 2 years ($10,000 each year)
2025 Fellowship Recipient:
Anna Gallagher-Ross
“It’s an incredible honor to be named the 2025 Jini Stolk Creative Fellow. Jini Stolk’s visionary leadership and generous spirit continue to inspire me and so many others working to make our city’s arts ecology more collaborative, inclusive, and sustainable. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to deepen my curatorial research and professional work, contributing to the evolution of public art practice as a catalyst for civic dialogue, community connection, and urban transformation.” Anna Gallagher-Ross
Anna Gallagher-Ross was selected from among 18 nominations. Through the Jini Stolk Fellowship, Anna intends to lead the creation of a publication for The Bentway’s 10-year anniversary that will document its site-specific, community-driven model of public art practice. The project will introduce a curatorial framework and practical toolkit to inspire peers and position The Bentway as a thought leader in creative placemaking. The fellowship will also provide Anna with mentorship, opportunities for local and international collaboration, and the means to shape the vision for The Bentway’s next decade of programming—advancing her research, practice, and leadership in transformative public art.
Past Recipients
2024 Jaime Martino
2023 Kevin Matthew Wong
News Releases
Anna Gallagher-Ross Awarded the Jini Stolk Creative Fellowship December 3, 2025
For More Information
Jini Stolk Creative Fellowship Guidelines (PDF) and Budget Template (Excel)
About Jini Stolk
For more information visit: www.jinistolkfellowship.ca