Justin Brown Imagination Fund Application — The Signature Reader

Artist statement

Hey All! My name is Justin Brown and I'm a writer and creative in East Harlem NY. I'm submitting a pitch for funding to create a neighborhood magazine I'm calling 'The Signature Reader'. I want to use my art to support my neighborhoods identity, uplift its voice and foster community and the space to have educated conversations amongst the people. With the right support and funding, I can secure contributors and volunteers for the magazine as well as the time to assemble the content and get started on the right foot.