News at the center
May 13, 2025
Grant honors 10 graduating college seniors for excellence in craft
Most Recent News
To mark our 25th Anniversary, the Center for Craft awarded twenty Windgate-Lamar Fellows with an additional unrestricted $10,000 to encourage continued practice in craft, in addition to participation in career consultation sessions and networking opportunities.
"Don't try so hard to figure it all out right now. Say yes to everything that comes your way."
"Don't try so hard to figure it all out right now. Say yes to everything that comes your way."
David Huff Creative
Unrestricted grants of up to $10,000 are available through Phase 2 of the Craft Futures Fund
Most Recent PRESS RELEASES
Twenty-one artists have received $10,000 and supportive connections.
An opening reception on February 17 brings the fellows together for the first time
Since 2005, the Center for Craft has supported 223 projects in 39 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia by distributing over $1,800,000 through the Craft Research Fund grant program.
Asheville Citizen-TImes
The gallery will support emerging makers and foster talent with the help of local donors.
Courtesy of Liz Anupama
"Do what you want to do right now -- don't wait for someone to hold your hand. The universe is a magical place. You will always be taken care of."