What is it?

The Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship grant provides up to $3,000 to a Kentucky master traditional artist to teach skills, practices and culture to a less experienced artist from the same community during the course of a year.

Who’s eligible?

Folk and traditional artists who are considered masters within their community and who have identified an apprentice from the same community who has potential to become a master.

What’s the deadline to apply?

February 15, 2013, 4:30 p.m. Eastern time.

How do I apply?

1. Carefully review the program guidelines. [Download Adobe Reader]
2. Select work samples and supporting materials for submission.
3. Complete the online application.
4. Mail us a printout of your application and all supporting materials.

If I receive a grant, what are my responsibilities?

• Sign a grant agreement form (GAF).
• Send a letter to each of your state legislators. (Sample)
• Acknowledge the Kentucky Arts Council when communicating with the public about the apprenticeship. (How?)
• Conduct the apprenticeship according to the work plan outlined in your application.
• Host a site visit by Folklife Program staff near the midpoint of the apprenticeship.
• Submit a final report at the end of the fiscal year. (Questions?)

If I have questions, who can help me?

Mark Brown
Folk and Traditional Arts Program Director
Mark.Brown@ky.gov
888-833-2787 (toll free)
502-564-3757, ext. 495