NAEF Grants

From National Art Education Foundation

The National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) invests in initiatives that support instructional practice, research, and leadership in visual arts education as an independent philanthropic organization. It aims to promote professional development, visualize arts education as essential in curricula, explore innovative instructional models, enhance the art teaching process, and conduct research in visual arts education.

Type of Support

Overview

The NAEF offers several grant programs with specific causes, including:

Ruth Halvorsen Professional Development Grants, which support the understanding and implementation of the National Visual Arts Standards.
Mary McMullan Grants, aimed at promoting art education within the curriculum and improving art instruction across various educational levels.
NAEF Research Grants, which fund research advancing knowledge in art education and supporting the themes of the NAEA Research Agenda.
SHIP Grants, designated for purchasing art equipment to improve the teaching of art related to the National Visual Arts Standards.
Teacher Incentive Grants, focusing on improving art teaching through classroom-based action research in areas like curriculum, student learning, assessment, and classroom management. These grants underscore the foundation's commitment to enhancing visual arts education through professional development, curriculum integration, innovation in instruction, and targeted research initiatives.