art basel miami

the creator fund

Take your creativity to the world’s biggest stage. Experience Art Basel and shape culture as a creator-artist.

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For Creators Shaping Culture

For Creators Shaping Culture

THE CREATOR FUND: INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF CREATIVITY

At FiveTwoNine, we back the creators shaping what’s next - with real opportunities that move the industry and their careers forward.

The Creator Fund supports creators who go beyond content — building brands, creating art, and making a real-world impact.

With this fund, we’ve sent creators to global stages like Cannes Lions, CreatorFest and now Art Basel Miami Beach.

CREATORS AT ART BASEL MIAMI

Art Basel Miami isn’t just an art fair - it’s where culture, creativity, and influence collide. The new wave of modern artists - content creators like you - belong at the center of it.

Step beyond social media, immerse yourself in bold, boundary-pushing work, and let world-class art, experiences, and energy shape your craft.

Being there gives you access to inspiration, stories, and visuals that elevate your work, transform you from content creator to creator-artist, and put you at the heart of the cultural conversation.

APPLY NOW TO WIN AN EXCLUSIVE ART BASEL EXPERIENCE

The Creator Fund is giving four creators the chance to attend Art Basel Miami - one of the world’s most influential cultural events - and join an intimate brand dinner with the partners shaping the future of creativity.

This is your opportunity to step into the rooms where art, culture, and commerce collide. We’re not just opening doors - we’re putting you at the table.

Selected creators joining FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy at Art Basel Miami will get a Premium Connection Pass - a $2,500 worth ticket to the ultimate entry into the art world.

The pass includes:

  • Vernissage access 

  • Permanent access to the show during public days

  • Early entry from 11 am during public days

  • Access to Art Basel's East Salon

  • Complimentary admission to selected South Florida institutions

Additional Benefits:

  • Exclusive Art Basel gift

  • Concierge service during public days

  • Key industry leader guided show tour

  • Invitation to selected VIP events

  • Access to Art Basel's Collectors Lounge

The Creator Fund covers your Premium Connection Pass and event experiences, but travel and accommodation are on you.

Your Access

The winners will also be invited to The Basel Table — an exclusive, invite-only dinner hosted by FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy. You’ll share the table with leading brands, cultural voices, and other creators shaping the future of creativity.

On top of the incredible networking and conversation, you’ll also be featured across FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy channels, giving your work and perspective even more visibility within the creative community.

The Basel Table

CALLING US CREATORS WHO SEE CONTENT AS ART

Is this you? Apply if you're...

Creator-Artists

You treat your content as a form of art – crafted with intention, creativity, and a unique point of view.

Engaged & growing

You’ve built a following of 20K+ on one platform and maintain strong engagement with your community.

Culture Shapers

Your work reflects what’s happening in culture – or challenges it. You create with meaning, not just for metrics.

Visually Distinct

Your content has a clear aesthetic and creative direction that feels true to you.

Art-Inspired Storytellers

You find inspiration in art, design, and creative expression – and love sharing that perspective with your audience.

On the Rise

You’re growing, evolving, and ready to take your creativity to the next level.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Tell us why you should be at Art Basel and what makes your content art.

Get Selected

We’ll review all applications against the criteria above, and select four creators who receive passes.

Get your pass

Receive your Premium Connection Pass and all event perks - including an invite to The Basel Table.

experience art basel

Step into the world of Art Basel, and capture inspiration that elevates your craft.

KEY DATES

DECEMBER 5-7

ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH

DECEMBER 4

THE BASEL DINNER

NOVEMBER 24

WINNER ANNOUNCED

NOVEMBER 19-21

WINNER NOTIFIED

NOVEMBER 16

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

NOVEMBER 6

APPLICATIONS OPEN

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Brands. Be the Change!

We’re opening the door for brands and partners to co-sponsor future Creator Fund events, expanding what this movement can become.

If you want to champion creators, connect with communities, and make a lasting impact - we’re ready to collaborate.

contact us

Terms & Conditions of The Creator Fund - Art Basel Miami

FAQ

  • The Creator Fund, created by FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy, is about reducing financial barriers and creating opportunities for talented creators to participate in key industry events – starting with Cannes Lions 2025.

    We're providing passes and support to a select group, enabling them to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the industry. This fund is set to support more events in the future, and we seek to eventually uncover new ways to empower creators in their careers and businesses

  • The Creator Fund was born from our commitment to finding impactful ways to support creators, particularly when it comes to career-defining opportunities. We launched it earlier this year starting with granting creator passes to Cannes Lions and CreatorFest Europe - the industry's premier global stages, that offer an unparalleled chance for creators to connect with brand leaders, platforms, and key decision-makers.

    Now we’re on a mission to help creators host their community events in NYC.

    We understand that the significant costs associated with attending and hosting events create barriers for many talented creators. This fund is our direct response to these challenges, aimed at promoting greater diversity and representation at industry events, and ultimately, driving systemic change in creator economy.

  • FiveTwoNine is a company that offers free resources, events, and workspaces for creators to support their careers. The Creator Fund is part of our larger mission to empower creators.

  • Four creators will be selected to attend Art Basel Miami Beach 2025.

  • Our fund covers the cost of the Premium Connection Pass – a $2,500 ticket to the ultimate entry into the art world and a chance to immerse yourself in Art Basel Miami Beach!


    Creators will need to arrange and cover their travel and accommodation.

    To help with logistics, we’ll provide guidance and tips so you can focus on the experience.

    The pass unlocks access to world-class art, experiences, and connections, including an invite to The Basel Table – an exclusive dinner with leading brands and cultural voices – plus the curated events and perks we’ve organized for our creators.

  • Once applications close, the FiveTwoNine team will review all submissions and shortlist three creators whose event ideas best reflect our mission – building community, creativity, and connection in real life.

    We’ll then hold interviews with each shortlisted creator to explore their ideas in more depth before selecting one creator for the first sponsorship.

    We’ll also stay in touch with the other shortlisted creators to find ways to collaborate in future editions of The Creator Fund and continue supporting their growth.

  • No. This is an independent investment from FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy. We are paying full price for four Art Basel Premium Connection Passes. Art Basel has not provided any financial support or discounts for this initiative.

  • Yes. We are actively seeking partners – brands, platforms, industry players – to contribute to this fund so we can do more and support more creators. We believe that collaborative efforts are essential to drive meaningful change within the industry. 

    If you want to support The Creator Fund to make the support we offer creators even more substantial, let’s talk – contact us here.

  • If you are passionate about increasing accessibility for creators and want to support this mission, please contact us at mail@fivetwonine.com. We'd love to discuss how we can work together to garner more support from the wider industry.

  • No. Creators who receive passes through The Creator Fund have no expectation or obligation to post anything for FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy or Art Base. This is an independent investment focused on supporting creators.