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Grant Application

The Walker Youngbird Foundation’s Emerging Native Arts Grant supports early-career Native artists in completing a proposed project that bridges tradition and innovation. Recipients receive $15,000 in funding, mentorship from our team and Advisory Council, and the opportunity to present their work through a curated showcase that build visibility and connect them with curators, collectors, and arts leaders.
Key Dates
- Applications close on January 9th at 11:59pm ET
- Notifications will be made the week of January 26th
Eligibility
- 18 years or older
- Currently resides in North America
- Enrolled members of a U.S. federally or state-recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native corporation, of Native Hawaiian ancestry, or members of a recognized First Nation in Canada
- Be a practicing artist, working in at least one of the following: 2D visual arts | 3D visual arts | Time-based media | Multi-Disciplinary arts | Traditional Native Arts
Please note this grant is not intended for performing arts including musical composition, musical performance, screenplays, full length videos.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Tribal Affiliation*
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E-mail:*
Website:
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PaintingPhotographyLeatherDrawingPaper/Mixed MediaGlassWoodCalligraphyCeramicsPotterySculptureFabricWeaving (fabric/other)Metal worksDigitalOther
Other Media:
Provide your artist bio.*
Project Narrative
Provide a description of the project you would use the grant to support.*
Tell us why you have chosen to do this project.*
Provide a 6-month timeline for the project.*
Previous Work Samples
Work Sample #1:*

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Work Sample #2:*

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Work Sample #3:*

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Reference

Please provide the name and contact information for one reference who can speak to your artistic practice and commitment. This person may be a mentor, collaborator, educator, or someone familiar with your work. We will only contact references for finalists during the review process.
Reference Name*
Reference Title*
Reference Email*
Reference Phone*
Additional Documentation
CV/Resume*

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Documentation of native citizenship or ancestry*

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Other Opportunities
Would you be open to being contacted by a member of our Advisory Council about future opportunities, even if you’re not selected?

Yes, I’m open to being contactedNo, I prefer not to be contacted
Are you interested in media training offered by the foundation?

Yes, I’m interestedNo, I’m not interested
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Grant Application