Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency supports craft artists through studio work, new material exploration, and regional partnerships to develop their practices and build connections.
The Andrew Glasgow Residency supports writers and researchers to create new narratives about craft during a two-week immersive experience at Penland School of Craft.
VCCA Residency Program at Mt. San Angelo supports writers, visual artists, composers, and cross-disciplinary artists with studios, housing, and meals for uninterrupted creative work in a community of peers.
Penland School of Craft’s Core Fellowship Program is a year-long immersive work-study for early career craft artists, emphasizing technical skill, creative exploration, and community engagement.
Craft-Based Education Grant supports teaching artists in creating accessible teaching tools and educational resources that preserve craft knowledge, encourage innovation, and advance craft education.
Creative Renewal Fellowship supports established Charlotte-Mecklenburg creatives with sabbatical-like learning and exploration to combat burnout, expand their skills, and renew their artistic practice.