David Moses Bridges Scholarship
Forecasted
The David Moses Bridges Scholarship from Maine Community Foundation supports research, art, and preservation projects rooted in Wabanaki and Indigenous cultural and environmental heritage.
Funder: Maine Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; typically supports individuals or small projects in cultural, artistic, or environmental preservation.
Summary: Supports individuals advancing cultural, artistic, and environmental preservation inspired by the legacy of Passamaquoddy artist David Moses Bridges.
Key Information: Preference given to Wabanaki and Indigenous applicants; all dates are projected and subject to confirmation.
Description
The scholarship honors the legacy of Passamaquoddy artist, educator, and environmental activist David Moses Bridges by supporting individuals committed to preserving traditional knowledge, skills, and culturally significant natural spaces. The program seeks to foster intergenerational learning, artistic expression rooted in ancestral wisdom, and stewardship of traditional resources. Funding is available for artists, scholars, educators, and environmental advocates to deepen their engagement with Wabanaki and Indigenous heritage, advance research, facilitate connections between elders and apprentices, and promote the preservation of unique cultural and environmental assets.
