Native Arts New England

How To Apply

Native Arts Program Guidelines (printable version)

Review the Eligibility
Review the Funding Criteria
View deadlines

Grant Deadline

February 15, 2012

New!

Master Apprenticeship

Contact

Assistance or more information on applying
nativearts@nefa.org
 617.951.0010 x525

Native Arts New England is made possible with lead funding from the Ford Foundation's Indigenous Knowledge and Expressive Culture program, with additional funding from the Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Anonymous donors.

Native Arts New England supports Native artists and organizations residing in the six New England states, with a focus on art projects that involve or benefit New England communities. 

Grants in amounts up to $3,000 each are available to support Native artists residing in New England. Native Arts New England supports projects that focus on artmaking, and the involvement of and benefit to New England communities. Projects may address preservation of arts and cultural traditions, contemporary native arts and/or training and technical assistance that will support and/or enhance the artists current work. 

View the Native Arts New England eligibility and general process.

How can I get assistance or more information on applying?

  • Informational sessions: Grant application informational sessions are offered at various points throughout the year. These sessions provide 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.
  • Workshops: Grant workshops are offered in winter and in summer of each year prior to each deadline period. If you are interested in hosting a workshop in your community, please contact NEFA.  
  • Questions and technical assistance: For more information on sessions, workshops, or for assistance, contact NEFA staff. All inquiries are welcome. All applicants are strongly encouraged to call and discuss their application with Dawn Spears, Native Arts Program Manager:

    Dawn Spears
    Native Arts Program Manager
    617.951.0010 x525
     
Examples of Funded Projects
Jennifer Kreisberg
Eric Otter Bacon
Theresa Secord
View complete list of recipients...
Culture Count: New England's Cultural Database
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