A few of the areas in Artistic & Cultural Expression we fund include:
Visual Arts · Performing Arts · Literary Arts · Media Arts · Artist Residencies · Museums · Historic Preservation · Informal Education (Zoos, Aquariums, Gardens) · Arts Education · Heritage Organizations
Artistic & Cultural Expression Grantee Stories
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Native Arts and Cultures Foundation
Investment in communications staff at the Native Arts & Culture Foundation yielded storytelling impact for the nonprofit and the artists it supports.
Washington STEM
Washington STEM was more equipped to address a statewide STEM education learning gap for early learners after hiring a new program director.
Stories of Impact: Sitka Fine Arts Camp
Dormitory renovations at one of Alaska’s premier residential arts camps helped them welcome more campers and increase program sustainability.
Marine Education
The Seattle Aquarium, Alaska SeaLife Center, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium are using marine education for the common good by helping visitors learn how to care for the sea life around them.
“Arts and culture engage us in experiences that reveal more of the world to us.”
~ Lorin Schmit Dunlop, Senior Director, Artistic & Cultural Expression
Grant Opportunities
The Trust offers strategic project grants that build capacity for nonprofits in the Artistic & Cultural Expression sector. If your organization is looking to invest in capital growth, equipment and technology, or program and staff, learn more about our grant opportunities.