The Folk & Traditional Arts Initiative by Mid-America Arts Alliance researches and supports folk and traditional arts communities across six states, focusing on underrepresented and systemically marginalized groups.
Mid-America Arts Alliance grants support creative projects, exhibitions, and professional development for artists and arts organizations in six central U.S. states.
Artistic Innovations supports artists and arts-based organizations in creating and publicly presenting original, experimental artwork to connect audiences with art and expand arts access across six states.
Regional Touring Program supports arts presenters bringing regional touring artists to communities for public presentations and outreach that deepen engagement and broaden access to the arts.
Folk & Traditional Arts Experiences Grants support artists and organizations in public-facing folk arts projects that bring Central Appalachian communities together to share skills and cultural knowledge.
This grant funds nonprofit projects in the mid-Atlantic region that sustain and showcase folk and traditional arts through public events, workshops, exhibitions, and documentation.