THE WILLIAM A. BRANDT, JR ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
William A. Brandt, Jr
In 2021, the Board and Staff of Culture for One inaugurated The William A. Brandt, Jr. Achievement Award. The award is given yearly to a Culture for One program participant who demonstrates outstanding accomplishments aligned with the mission of Culture for One.
The award is named for William A. ‘Bill’ Brandt, Jr., who was transformational to our organization. Bill was a highly respected leader and pioneer in the business world, a passionate patron of the arts, a devoted family man, and a fierce advocate for children.
Bill championed our mission to empower youth in NYC's foster care system through the power of the arts. Bill and his wife, Patrice Bugelas-Brandt, donated generously, gave their time and counsel, and provided our office space.
Youth are considered for the Award if they fulfill any of the following: successful completion an art study program or project, paired with dedication to the craft; recognition of the youth’s promise and dedication from teaching artists; or a notable harnessing of the arts to overcome challenges and trauma. Recipients of the award will range from elementary school age children to young adults.
The Award includes a certificate and a gift valued at approximately $1000. Gifts will be relevant to the youth’s accomplishments and useful for their ongoing study.
THE WILLIAM A. BRANDT, JR ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD RECIPIENTS
Kymberli, 2023 awardee
Culture for One program participant since 2019. Graduate of the New York City Museum School, currently a freshman at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, aspiring actress, and a champion of CFO.
From spearheading some of my most enjoyable events to even having my back when college funds were needed; Culture For One has definitely been the family I can trust.
-Solomon
There are so many small things that make art so inaccessible on so many levels and Culture for One has just helped break down those barriers for me and so many kids like me.
-Kymberli
Solomon, 2022 awardee
Culture for One program participant since 2013. Graduate of Queens High School for the Sciences, and currently a sophomore at Marist College, studying computer science.
