The Fiber & Textile Arts Award is a one-year scholarship for the 2010-2011 academic year. Made possible by a generous donation from Toni Neil (The Fold), two students will be awarded $2000 each to be used for tuition and fees. Announcement will be made at the Midwest Fiber & Folk Art Fair, July 16-18, 2010. Download a poster to put up at your shop or school.

ELIGIBILITY:

• Currently enrolled and seeking a fiber arts, textile, or fiber-related undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Enrolled in school on at least a half-time basis.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

• Selections will be based on artistic merit.
• Financial need will be taken into account.
• Preference may be given to individuals pursuing a degree later in life.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Recipients are required to make one of their artworks available for display at the 2010 Midwest Fiber & Folk Art Fair.
• An Application, an Essay, and images of student work are required to apply.

APPLICATION: fiberandfolk.com/assets/2010.FTAA.APPLICATION.pdf

DUE DATE:

• Application period opens March 24, 2010
• Applications MUST be received by: JUNE 10, 2010

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