About National Native Artist Exchange

National Native Artist Exchange supports the exchange of artistic skills and knowledge among Native artists. American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian artists residing in any of the 50 United States may apply to teach, learn, and collaborate in traditional and/or contemporary Native art forms through travel from one region to another in North America. The applicant must identify a collaborating artist and specific project as part of the exchange, which must be beneficial to both artists.

Grants will be awarded up to $1,500 based on review of detailed requests and budgets appropriate to the scope of travel involved in the artist exchange. Awards will be based on standard reimbursement rates for economy class travel.

Funding may be used for travel expenses for Native artists to exchange with artists from other tribes/nations outside their own region to share, teach, and learn skills, do research, and/or to develop collaborative projects. Acceptable expenses include lodging, meals, ground and air travel, and other direct costs of the artist exchange.

Eligibility

American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian artists residing in any of the 50 United States are eligible to apply.

How can I get assistance or mre information on applying?

Grant application informational sessions will be offered at various points throughout the year. These sessions will offer guidance for understanding the Native Arts funding guidelines and preparation of proposals, as well as information about other NEFA programs and ways to identify and connect with other available resources. For more information on sessions or for assistance from staff, contact:

Dawn Spears
Native Arts Program Coordinator
617.951.0010 x525
dspears@nefa.org

Erin Johnstone
Program Associate
New England Presenting & Touring, Native Arts
617.951.0010 x533
ejohnstone@nefa.org