[Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org)

March 15, 2027

Typical awards range from $200 to $800; payments made directly to the organization or vendor.

Supports young people (ages 13–19) in the Berkshire Taconic region to participate in summer arts enrichment programs.

--- ## Description The Simple Gifts Fund, established to honor folk singer Bill Crofut, provides financial support for youth aged 13 to 19 in the Berkshire Taconic region to pursue summer enrichment opportunities in the arts. The fund is dedicated to helping young artists further their creative development through apprenticeships, internships, or by learning new art forms. Grants are intended to cover costs such as tuition, art supplies, or travel/living expenses for participation in meaningful arts programs. --- ## Due Dates - March 15, 2027: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Awards typically range from $200 to $800. - Payments are made directly to the organization or vendor supporting the enrichment activity. - Recipients are required to submit a grant report about their experiences. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be individuals aged 13 to 19. - Must be residents of the Berkshire Taconic region, which includes: - Berkshire County (MA) - Columbia County (NY) - Northeast Dutchess County (NY): Amenia, Dover, Northeast (Millerton), Pine Plains, Stanford, Washington (Millbrook) - Northwest Litchfield County (CT): Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Warren - Only individuals (not organizations) are eligible. - The program or project must be an arts-related summer enrichment opportunity (e.g., apprenticeship, internship, learning a new art form). - Grants do not support requests for equipment or sports programs. - Preference is given to projects within the Berkshire Taconic region and New England; international programs are not considered. - The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation does not fund organizations that discriminate based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religious belief. --- ## Application Process - Review the guidelines and eligibility criteria on the [Simple Gifts Fund program page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/simple-gifts-fund). - Prepare a proposal demonstrating: - The quality and relevance of the enrichment program. - The potential impact on your personal and artistic development. - Evidence of ambition and commitment to the arts. - Submit your application through the [online application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) by the deadline. - Applications are reviewed by the Simple Gifts Fund Committee and approved by the Foundation’s board of directors. - Award recipients must complete a grant report upon completion of the funded activity. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are intended to make participation in significant arts programs possible for youth who might otherwise lack resources. - Preference is for in-region or New England programs; international programs are not eligible. - Funds may cover tuition, art supplies, or travel/living expenses but not equipment purchases or sports-related activities. --- ## External Links - [Simple Gifts Fund Program Page](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/simple-gifts-fund) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Home](https://berkshiretaconic.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | General | info@berkshiretaconic.org | | Grants Team | [grants@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:grants@berkshiretaconic.org) | | Phone | 413.229.0370 | | Contact Page| [Contact Us](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) |

Simple Gifts Fund

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