named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Animism
Global creative platform and immersive exhibition exploring the relationship between consciousness, technology, and the living world through art and storytelling; features an international open call and traveling exhibition
Design Havana
International design competition in Cuba that identifies and supports eco-sustainable furniture, lighting, and accessory designs; includes prototype development, exhibition, and a residency program in Italy for winners
EcoArt Database
Online platform showcasing over 2,000 environmentally themed artworks and designs from international artists; serves as a resource for exhibitions and competitions
FADA Festival
Festival Arts Design Acerenza, an annual event in Acerenza, Italy, that transforms historic spaces into pop-up exhibitions featuring digital art, NFTs, virtual reality, and sound installations focused on environmental themes
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Cultural Facility Development and Management 1 activity
- Activates underutilized urban spaces to support local economies and creative professionalsTransforms vacant properties into cultural venues to maintain neighborhood safety and aesthetics, stimulate foot traffic for local businesses through nightlife events, and generate paid work opportunities for artists, curators, and technical staff.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Develops and curates art-based projects and exhibitions focused on environmental sustainabilityCreates and presents art installations, exhibitions, and pop-up events centered on environmental issues, including repurposing empty storefronts in New York and historic shops in Acerenza, Italy, to promote climate action and community engagement. The organization has curated over 50 artworks from its online gallery of 2,000+ pieces collected over 12 years.
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Global Sustainability Convenings & Forums 1 activity
- Hosts interdisciplinary salon series and networking events to build environmental leadership communitiesRuns the EcoArt Project Salon Series and events like a NYCxDESIGN happy hour at the Bronx Museum to convene artists, designers, scientists, and innovators for dialogue on the green economy, integrating art, design, science, and technology.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Operates international artist residencies and cultural exchange programsIncubates an artists-managed Arts Colony in Acerenza, Italy, and organizes international residency programs, including fully sponsored opportunities for winners of design competitions to engage with the Italian design industry. Also facilitated a two-week artist residency in Kuwait City, including public exhibitions and workshops.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Organizes global juried competitions and calls for artistic participation in environmental initiativesIssues open calls for artists and designers to contribute to sustainability-focused projects, including a design competition for eco-sustainable furniture, lighting, and accessories in Cuba, with financial support for prototype development and planned exhibitions.
- Promotes ecological and cultural revitalization of Acerenza, ItalyLeads long-term initiatives to counter population decline and economic deterioration in Acerenza by highlighting Bosco S. Giuliano Park as a protected biodiverse reserve and organizing cultural events like the FADA festival to enhance the region’s cultural and ecological value.
- Supports and connects a global network of environmental artists and designersMaintains a registry of artists and designers promoting environmental respect and fosters a global creative platform that explores intersections of consciousness, technology, and the living world through immersive storytelling and collaborative projects.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$104K
Contributions & grants$104K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$2350%
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expenses
Total expenses$30K
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Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$125K
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Net assets$125K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 1
- PINO FORTUNATO — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Centre Partner — Collaborated on an artist-in-residence program in Kuwait, co-hosting artists and public workshops.
- Art For Promotion Partner — Co-organized the Design Havana 2019/2020 award initiative.
- Bronx Museum of the Arts Partner — Hosted a joint event at the XM Café during NYCxDESIGN in collaboration with EcoArt Project.
- Comune di Acerenza Government — Municipality of Acerenza providing patronage for the FADA 2022 festival.
- Cuban Artists Fund Partner — Co-organized the Design Havana 2019/2020 award initiative.
- David Schwartz Foundation Funder — American foundation supporting EcoArt Project initiatives.
- Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Funder — American foundation supporting EcoArt Project initiatives.
- EcoArt Project Network — Network of over 2,000 artists contributing to the online Showcase
- Fortunato Productions Partner — Co-presenter of the Animism initiative.
- Oficina Nacional de Diseño de Cuba (Ondi) Partner — Participated in the Design Havana 2019/2020 initiative by providing local registration support and integration within Cuba's national design framework.
- Original Authors Partner — Grants EcoArt Project Inc. license to use their artistic materials.
- Rebound-NYC Partner — Collaborative climate action initiative launched through the EcoArt Project incubator.
- Rockefeller Brothers Fund Funder — American foundation supporting EcoArt Project initiatives.
- ecoartdatabase.org Network — Hosts and maintains a registry of environmentally engaged artists and designers through a dedicated platform.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Art as a Catalyst for Environmental Awareness and Action 72 orgsmethodology: art-for-environmental-awarenessBy using art and design to create emotionally impactful and immersive experiences, we raise public awareness of environmental issues and inspire engagement and action on climate change, because creative expression fosters empathy, imagination, and deeper connection to ecological systems.shared approach: Art as Emotional Catalyst →
- Immersive and Narrative Art Experiences to Deepen Ecological Connection 72 orgsmethodology: immersive-storytellingBy structuring exhibitions as narrative sequences that integrate technology and artistic universes, we deepen visitors' engagement with ecological and spiritual dimensions of nature, because immersive storytelling awakens mindfulness and empathy in ways that informational messaging alone cannot.shared approach: Art as Emotional Catalyst →
- Integration of Art, Science, and Technology to Promote Public Curiosity and Dialogue 72 orgsmethodology: art-science integrationBy combining art and design with science and technology in curated formats, we generate public curiosity and engagement with environmental issues, because interdisciplinary collaboration creates accessible entry points for complex ecological topics.shared approach: Art as Emotional Catalyst →
- Arts-Based Revitalization of Underutilized Spaces for Cultural and Environmental Impact 41 orgsmethodology: creative_placemakingBy transforming vacant urban and rural buildings into sites for art installations and residencies, we drive cultural and economic revitalization while advancing climate action, because repurposing abandoned infrastructure through creative placemaking attracts global attention and fosters sustainable development.shared approach: Adaptive Reuse for Community Value →