The Windgate Foundation is dedicated to supporting contemporary craft and visual arts in the United States. Its funding priorities include advancing contemporary craft through supporting fellowships, residencies, or career development programs for craft artists, contemporary craft programming, educational outreach, and scholarships, as well as funding for museum acquisitions of contemporary craft by living artists. Additionally, it aims to strengthen visual arts in colleges and universities and expand visual arts in K-12 schools.
The grant from Windgate Foundation focuses on supporting Arkansas-based organizations that endeavor to improve education, health, and community. The fund's broad goals include providing upper education need-based scholarships, supporting teacher and nursing preparation programs, facilitating access to healthcare, and addressing food and housing insecurities. Additionally, the grant supports arts-related organizations, emphasizing comprehensive community development and enhancement through various supportive programs and initiatives targeted at fundamental needs and sectors.