CurrentArts is a cultural platform that supports contemporary artists through publishing, professional development, and public programs. We strengthen the contemporary arts ecosystem and expand access to current artists.

CurrentArts aligns cultural programming, publishing, and community engagement, CurrentArts helps artists build presence, reach new audiences, and participate in a shared cultural current. CurrentArts is committed to creating an equitable and scalable business framework where artists thrive. By fostering industry-wide collaboration between artists, collectors, institutions, and brands, we ensure long-term value creation for all stakeholders.

CurrentArts is inspired by the radical vision of Alfred Stieglitz and his 291 Gallery, who transformed American art by championing avant-garde artists and fostering intellectual discourse.

CurrentArts operates as a cultural platform composed of affiliated nonprofit and for-profit entities. Educational and public-facing activities may be conducted through its 501(c)(3) entity; professional, industry-focused initiatives may be conducted through its 501(c)(6) entity; and commercial publishing, production, and sales activities are conducted through its for-profit entity. Engagement with CurrentArts does not constitute representation, agency, partnership, or exclusivity unless expressly agreed upon in writing. No rights, obligations, guarantees, or commitments are implied unless expressly set forth in writing.

Executive Director: Ashley Frey

Founding Artist: Lesny JN Felix

Creative Director: Felipe Godinez

Partner & Filmmaker: Samuel Abelow

Events & Outreach: Kellie Kubler

Finance & Operations: Joshua Lahijani

General Inquiries: hello@currentarts.org

The Current Arts Foundation (TCAF) is a 501(c)(3) based in New York City dedicated to elevating current artists through exhibitions and community engagement. Our mission is to make living artists financially and professionally sustainable by reimagining the relationship between art, patronage, and public access.

Ways to Support

Grants & Foundations Get in Touch to discuss aligned funding.

Your support directly enables artist production, which creates value and sustains the ecosystem.

We’re interested in art and experiences with a focus on diverse and diasporic voices.

We welcome artists who wish to organize and promote their work. We welcome collectors, curators, and patrons of culture, who wish to contribute to a piece of an artist's story. 

All requests for information may be sent to hello@currentarts.org.