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Awards of $5,000 to Nevada artists to recognize exceptional artistic achievements in visual, performing, and literary arts. The award acknowledges dedicated artists at significant moments in their artistic practice who demonstrate sustained excellence in their work. By

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to Nevada individual artists to recognize an outstanding body of work. The fellowship is intended to acknowledge tradition bearers whose work has contributed to Nevada’s traditional arts heritage. The fellowship, awarded as an honorarium, m

Award of $1,000 to a Nevada teacher to acknowledge dedication to integrating farming and agricultural studies into the lesson plans. Eligible nominees for the award include elementary, junior high, or high school teachers who have incorporated agricultural concepts into

Grants to Nevada organizations in eligible locations to promote and advertise local tourism opportunities. Funding is intended for requests that demonstrate the potential to benefit the tourism industry, increase the use of local lodging facilities, generate dollars spe

Grants of up to $1,500 to Nevada individual artists, public institutions, and nonprofit organizations for short-term residency programs that benefit teaching artists. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The purpose of

Grants of up to $2,500 to Nevada nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to meet financial needs. Funding is intended to support programs on a one-time basis or to fill a financial gap. Grants can be used for materials or programming-related expenses. The Foundation

Grants of up to $3,000 to Nevada nonprofit organizations for events and activities that involve folk artists and cultural practitioners. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that pr

Grants to California and Nevada nonprofit organizations for community service and environmental initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support community volunteer initiatives that help enhance the environment and clean up communities as necessary. Eli

Grants of $3,000 to Nevada intermediate- or advanced-level artists and culture bearers to provide instruction in traditional and folk arts activities. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding may be used for transportation, mater

In-kind grants of marketing and communications services valued at up to $1,000 to Nevada nonprofit organizations in eligible areas. Services provided through this program include graphic design, marketing planning, banners and signs, printing, copying, automated mailing

Grants of up to $10,000 to California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents and communities in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended for programs serving low-to-moderate income populations, and p

Grants of up to $25,000 per year to Nevada nonprofit arts organizations to cover general operational expenses. Funding is intended to support operating costs, including administrative salaries and benefits, payroll expenses, insurance, facility space rental, utilities,