Grants & Fundraising
Bringing ceramics to your school just got easier! Our resources connect you with funding opportunities so you can keep your program thriving.
10 Grant Writing Tips
Unlock funding for your ceramics program with these 10 expert tips for writing stronger grant applications, from crafting a compelling story to building community partnerships. Whether you’re seeking new equipment or creative opportunities for students, these strategies will help you secure the support you need!
Featured Grant: California Casualty Music and Arts
Grant Name: Music and Arts Grant
Grant Provider: California Casualty
Description: California Casualty offers Music and Arts Grants to K-12 educators, administrators, and support professionals to help fund under-resourced performance, artistic, or classroom programs. These $300 grants aim to support creative learning opportunities in choir, band, dance, film, theater, and more, whether in-person or virtual.
Sector Eligibility: Public Schools
Grade Level Eligibility: All
Funding Amount: $300
Application Deadline: July 15th
Eligibility Criteria: Union Classroom Teachers
Grant Type: Classroom Materials
Featured Grant: City of Boulder Arts Education
Grant Provider: City of Boulder
Sector Eligibility: Public or Private Schools
Grade Level Eligibility: K-12
Funding Amount: $3,000
Application Deadline: May
Eligibility Criteria: Schools, artists, and organizations
Grant Type: Other: Guest Artist
Renewability: Yes (annually)
Geographic Scope: City of Boulder
Matching Funds: No
Featured Fundraiser: Art T-Shirts
A student-designed t-shirt fundraiser is a creative way to support school art programs while engaging students in the design process. Students submit and vote on designs, then sell the winning shirt for a strong profit. Promote during spirit week or as a field trip uniform, or add a tie-dye twist for extra fun. It’s a great way to fund supplies and give students design experience.
Fundraising Template (Coming soon!)
Need funding for your ceramics program? This ready-to-use presentation template helps you make a strong case to school administrators, PTAs, and other decision-makers.
Clear & Persuasive – Outlines the educational benefits of ceramics.
Data-Driven – Includes key statistics on arts education impact.
Customizable – Tailor it to your school’s needs.
Use this template to confidently present your funding request and show why ceramics is essential for student creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.
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