NYC artisans and makers — join the NY Handmade Collective! - Bronx Council On The Arts

Join the NY Handmade Collective membership program as an artisan or maker with an online shop.

Does this fit your work? 5 questions score every call to your medium, location and budget. Free.

Deadline: rolling, apply anytime
Entry fee: $22.5
Location: NYC and surrounding area (within 1.5 hours from Midtown)

About

Overview

The NY Handmade Collective is NYC's nonprofit artisan and maker guild welcoming new members. Join a supportive network of ~200 artisans working toward creative and business goals through community, member promotion, selling opportunities, professional development, and more.

Key Dates

Applications open: Friday, July 10, 2026
Applications close: Friday, July 24, 2026 (11:59pm ET)

Eligibility

Sell items handmade by you
Have an online storefront
Live in or near NYC (within 1.5 hours from Midtown)
Have a Google account (e.g., Gmail works!)

Membership & Fees

Summer applicants join mid-year and pay prorated annual member dues of $22.50 plus processing fees. Makers from historically marginalized communities, or anyone who finds the membership dues burdensome, are encouraged to apply through the Access NYHC program.

How to Apply

The application link will be posted on the NYHC website starting July 10, 2026. Applications take about 30 minutes to complete and must be submitted by July 24, 2026.

More Information

Learn more about member benefits and the NYHC on their website: https://nyhandmadecollective.org/join

Media accepted

all mediasculpture

Entry fee: Summer applicants pay prorated annual member dues: $22.50 + processing fees. Access NYHC program available for makers from historically marginalized communities or those who find membership dues burdensome.
Eligibility: Applicants must sell handmade items, have an online storefront, live in or near NYC (within 1.5 hours from Midtown), and have a Google account.
Audience: Artisans and makers living in or near NYC with online shops

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