Folk and Traditional Arts Project Grant
Supports projects that celebrate, document, and preserve Colorado’s cultural heritage through folk and traditional arts, emphasizing community leadership, public engagement, and documentation for digital archives.
Funder: Colorado Creative Industries
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 per project; one-time flat award; no match required.
Summary: Supports projects that celebrate, document, and preserve Colorado’s cultural heritage through folk and traditional arts and community-based documentation.
Key Information: Forecasted cycle—dates are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
This grant supports the creation, presentation, teaching, and documentation of folk and traditional arts in Colorado. It aims to enhance community well-being by fostering belonging, cultural identity, economic vitality, and a sense of place. Funding is available for both creative projects (such as performances, workshops, or exhibitions) and documentary projects (including community archiving, oral histories, photojournalism, or video). The program prioritizes projects led or produced by members of the community whose traditions are being presented or documented, and encourages public accessibility and community involvement. Grantees are also encouraged to contribute documentation to a digital archive in partnership with Colorado State Archives and History Colorado.
