Registration deadline: January 22, 2010
Application deadline: April 12, 2010

Support is available for activities designed to improve technical, programmatic, and managerial practices in the folk arts. Requests may include promotional materials and services for folk artists, technical assistance, professional development workshops, and training in documentation, archiving, and public programs. Priority is given to services for individual folk artists and activities of regional or statewide impact and significance. 

Application Instructions

The on-line application form includes the following questions, and a project budget. Required support materials are listed below.

New or returning applicants are expected to consult with Program staff well in advance of the registration deadline.

Application Narrative Questions

Artistic/Programmatic

1. Project Overview
Briefly describe this service activity and its relationship to other programs in your organization.

2. Workshops
If you are requesting support for a workshop, briefly outline the workshop syllabus , noting speakers or instructors. Indicate how you will recruit and select participants, and the projected number of participants.

3. Technical Assistance Programs
If you are requesting support for a technical assistance program, indicate the eligibility and evaluative criteria for applicants, criteria for selection of applicants, selection process and minimum/maximum amount for award.  How many requests were submitted and what were the number of grants awarded for each of the past two years?  What is the reporting procedure for consultants, and for recipients of technical assistance?

Managerial/Fiscal

4. Project Personnel
Describe the staff, advisors and consultants involved in this service activity, summarizing their qualifications and roles. If you are currently recruiting for key project personnel, provide a job description.

5. Finances
Detail the plans for meeting project expenses. 

Service to the Public

6. Audience
Describe the audience for this service, in terms of users and level of activity. Summarize the selection process, if one is required for participation in the service.

7. Marketing
How is your organization promoting and marketing this service? 

Support Materials

Support materials must be postmarked or hand-delivered to the Program by the application deadline. If you want support materials returned, provide a self-addressed stamped envelope.