THESE OPPORTUNITIES ARE FOR YOU!
IF YOU’RE READING THIS… THESE OPPORTUNITIES ARE FOR YOU!
If you’re reading this Biscuit, it’s meant for YOU. Whether you share it with a creative friend, colleague or family member—or decide to apply for the opportunities below yourself—these open calls and events support creatives across a wide range of disciplines and mediums. You’ll even find a volunteer opportunity.
After checking out these listings, stay connected with us on social by following @cltiscreative for up-to-date information. And keep an eye out for a batch of The Biscuit in early June announcing an open grant program from the City of Charlotte dedicated to supporting grassroots arts organizations and individual creatives. You won’t want to miss it.
Nonprofit Business Agility Series: Reality, Resilience, Response
FROM: SHARE Charlotte
Series Dates: May 27, June 24 and July 22 | 9 – 11 a.m.
REGISTER HERE
Location: New Carolina Theatre Uptown, 230 N. Tryon St.
It’s time to get agile and resilient. SHARE Charlotte is hosting a FREE, in-person three-part series designed to strengthen nonprofit leaders from the inside out. Creative nonprofits are encouraged to attend. Presented in partnership with Foundation For The Carolinas, United Way of Greater Charlotte and The Lee Institute.
Interfaith Friendsgiving
FROM: MeckMIN (Mecklenburg’s Metropolitan Interfaith Network)
Submission Deadline: May 26, 2025
SUBMIT HERE
Location: Heaton Hall, Myers Park Baptist Church
MeckMIN is seeking short performances (under 5 minutes) of all disciplines to celebrate harmony, hope and community at its annual Interfaith Friendsgiving on Nov. 20 at 6 p.m.
This inclusive event brings together music, movement, storytelling and celebration across belief systems. Selected performers will receive a $250 honorarium.
A Revolutionary Utopia
FROM: QC Family Tree
Submission Deadline: May 21, 2025
SUBMIT HERE
Location: The Arts Factory, 1545 W. Trade Street, Charlotte, NC
Curated by Jasiatic Usher, this exhibition invites dreamers, builders and artists to explore themes of resistance, joy, liberation and radical imagination to envision a freer future. All mediums are welcome.
FROM: Gallery House
Submission Deadline: Rolling
SUBMISSION EMAIL: galleryhouseclt@gmail.com
Location: 231 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC
Gallery House, an Uptown bar and lounge, is seeking local visual artwork for future display. Submit work via email with title, dimensions and price. Artists will be contacted as space becomes available.
FROM: Independent Picture House
Submission Deadline: May 23, 2025
SUBMIT HERE
Location: 4237 Raleigh St, Charlotte, NC
Design a commemorative poster for The Independent Picture House’s third anniversary on June 24. Submit designs as PDFs. The selected artist will receive a one-year Supporting Cast membership and plenty of bragging rights.
OUR TRUTH > HIS STORY
FROM: Nine Eighteen Nine Studio Gallery
Submission Deadline: May 22, 2025
SUBMIT HERE
Location: 700 N Tryon St, Charlotte NC
This exhibition invites Black creatives to share stories that reclaim and celebrate history while centering the richness and diversity of Black culture.
The opening reception is June 7 from 5–8 p.m., with the show running through July. For questions and inquiries, email nineeighteennine@gmail.com.
FROM: Charlotte Is Creative
Submission Deadline: Rolling | SUBMIT HERE
Charlotte Is Creative (publishers of The Biscuit) is seeking volunteers to help share our mission and support Charlotte’s creative community. Whether you give an hour or a day, your time and skills make a meaningful difference.
For questions and or more information, contact makayla@charlotteiscreative.com.