About the Grant
Available to Tribal enrolled artists, the Native Creative Development Program (NCDP) grant supports projects for individual artists and master/apprentice artists to further develop visual arts practice. We deeply respect and honor the unique art forms—powerful and growing forms of customary art practices from your cultures, lands, and perspectives. Whether you are reclaiming ancient practices or creating contemporary Native art, your distinctive artistic vision, cultural identity, and connection to respective Tribal communities are at the heart of this program.
Grant Applications Open
August 12 - November 1, 2024
Project Types
A grant of up to $5,000 for visual artists to support the creation of new artwork and advance their artistic development and practice. The grant aims to support the development of an individual's creative practice by exploring new techniques to enhance skills and knowledge.
Mentorship grants of up to $10,000 are available to individual artists who seek mentorship with master artists. The apprentice must regularly meet in person for artistic development, and both the teaching artist and apprentices must be Tribally enrolled.
Service Area
The individual artist grant is for Tribal enrolled artists residing in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. The art must be practiced within the specific cultural community to which it belongs. While all Tribal artists living in these states are welcome to apply, priority will be given to applicants whose Tribe is located in the state where they live.
Questions?
Connect With Us
Mary Kummer | Makah Tribe | mary.kummer@evergreen.edu
Program Specialist, s’gʷ gʷiɁ altxʷ House of Welcome