Funded by a bequest from Berrien Fragos Thorn, creative arts scholarships have been initiated in order to foster and encourage the creative talents of individuals with a history of migration to obtain work in agriculture. Eligible applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing further development of their talents in one of the following disciplines:

• Visual-painting, sculpture, photography, etc.
• Performing-dance, theatre, music, etc.
• Media-film, video, animation, computer graphics, etc.
• Literary-poetry, short stores, etc.
• Crafts-traditional folk arts, furniture, weaving, pottery, etc.

There are two options in applying for funding:

Grants under $500.00:

• No deadline for application—requests will be reviewed case-by-case
• Complete Sections A and C of this application

Grants up to $2,500.00 awarded semi-annually:

• Application deadline June 1 and November 1
• A budget or documentation of expenses must be submitted with the application. Money may be used for workshops, materials, study with a mentor, course enrollment, mileage, lost wages…
• A portfolio or samples of work are required, i.e. photos, tapes, video, etc.
• Complete all Sections of this application

Application criteria:

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Applicant need not be enrolled in school
• Because there is no essay required, the Letter of Recommendation is very important and should address the quality of both the applicant and the intended project.
• A history of movement to obtain work in agriculture is REQUIRED.

Berrien Fragos Thorn Arts Scholarships For Migrant Farmworkers Application