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Grants and Opportunities.

Art educators face an increasing need to advance both their individual work and the collective work of the profession. We aim to fill that need by offering a variety of thought-provoking programs, effective grants, honorable awards, and innovative opportunities designed to support our members.

As the independent grants-making arm, the National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) provides members with a variety of opportunities that support projects ranging from professional development and
classroom curriculum to research in art education. Apply for a grant that suits your needs!

Ruth Halvorsen Professional Development Grant
Mary McMullan Grants
NAEA Research Grants
SHIP Grants
Teacher Incentive Grants

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Our awards focus attention on quality art quality art education, exemplary educators, and providing professional opportunities for NAEA members.

National Art Educator of the Year
National Division Art Educator of the Year
National Regional AA Educator of the Year

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Co-Sponsored Academies and Institutes are member-driven programs identified by NAEA as substantive professional development opportunities for our members, based on the NAEA Goals for Quality Art Education.

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Securing funding and scholarships can often be a daunting, and sometimes unfulfilling
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NATIONAL ART EDUCATION FOUNDATION HIGHLIGHT:
NAEA Research Grants Grants

These grants further NAEA's efforts to initiate and encourage research in art education. The program provides major grants specifically related to our Research Agenda.

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CONTRIBUTE TO NAEF
Donate today and make an investment in the future of visual arts education. Your contribution will help provide professional development for art educators, classroom supplies for innovative projects, curriculum development for art classrooms, and ground-breaking research in visual arts education.

Please make a commitment to the advancement of visual arts education by contributing to the National Art Education Foundation.

Invest in Your Commitment to Arts Education
NAEF Donor Commemoration Form
NAEF Planned Giving Program Prospectus
NAEF Brochure