The arts bring meaning to our lives and spirit to our culture -- so why do we expect artists to struggle to make a living?  Hadi Eldebek is working to create a society where artists are valued through an online platform that matches artists with grants and funding opportunities -- so they can focus on their craft instead of their side hustle.

Hadi Eldebek: Why must artists be poor?

Why must artists be poor?

Only 10% of art school graduates work as full-time artists, confronting the stark reality of the 'struggling artist' stereotype.

US nonprofit arts generate over $166 billion annually, yet schools nationwide face over 80% budget cuts in arts programs.

With only 10% of art school grads becoming full-time artists, a shift in funding could transform artistic careers and culture.