Grants Program

In 2004, the Enamelist Society established a program for awarding of grants to projects that contribute directly to the advancement of enameling. The Society is interested in, but not limited to, educational projects and those that promote enameling. A total of $38,333 has been awarded for the years 2004 through 2010.

Funds may not be awarded directly to individuals but rather to groups, such as Guilds, Schools, Art Centers and other organizations that are not commercial in nature. In addition, an Enamelist Society member must be connected to the organization receiving the grant and must be the contact person for the duration of the project, including making an evaluation of it.

Funds for these projects are raised by the Raffle and Auction at each biennial Conference. Please remember when you bid at the Auction or are asked to buy a Raffle ticket your money is going directly to support projects that will enable enameling to continue.

Application

Deadline: January 31, 2011

To obtain an application form and set of guidelines, or to get more information about the Program, contact Averill Shepps, or use our 2011 application form, which needs to be mailed in.

2009 Grants

In 2010, the Enamelist Society received 15 grant requests, two from the same organization which were combined. After review by the Board, all but 4 applications received some funding for a total of $5900 in awards.

With multiple grant requests for kilns, Paragon Industries graciously agreed to supply the grantees with kilns at a reduced cost. The Enamelist Society thanks Paragon for their continued support and generosity.

	Cabrillo College in CA received $500 for enameling tools and supplies to expand their enameling program.
	Calistoga Art Center in CA received $800 to purchase a kiln and supplies to begin and enameling program.
	Contra Costa College in CA received $800 to purchase a kiln and supplies to add enameling to their metals program.
	College of Marin Jewelry Department received $250 for enamels.
	The Creative Side Jewelry Academy of Austin, TX received $800 fro the purchase of a kiln.
	EMU Craft Center in OR received $250 to purchase lead-free enamels.
	Glassell School of Art in TX received $500 toward the purchase of a larger scale kiln.
	Littleton Studio School in NH received $800 toward the purchase of a kiln and supplies to establish an enameling program.
	North SeattleCommunity College received $800 to replace a kiln and purchase supplies.
	Springfield Art Association in IL received $400 toward the purchase of a kiln controller and lead-free enamels.

Previous Grants

Click here for a listing of all previous awards.