Resources for Artists
The CIRI Foundation is dedicated to advancing the careers of Alaska Native artists and culture bearers. Download our comprehensive artist workbooks, grant writing guides, and connect with statewide funding partners.
Alaska Native Artist Resource Workbook
Published in partnership with the Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA) to assist Alaska Native artists in navigating business practices, pricing works, documenting portfolios, copyright, and marketing traditional artwork.
Grant Writing Handbook for Artists
Clarifies the step-by-step process of writing competitive grant proposals for arts funding. Adapted from the First Peoples’ Cultural Council to provide guidance tailored specifically to Alaska Native artists and culture bearers.
Statewide Arts & Fellowship Resources
Explore external grantmakers, fellowships, and workshop opportunities across Alaska.
Alaska State Council on the Arts (ASCA)
State arts agency supporting individual artists, traditional arts apprenticeships, and cultural programs.
Rasmuson Foundation
Individual Artist Awards (Project Awards, Fellowships, and Distinguished Artist Award).
Alaska Humanities Forum
Humanities grants supporting storytelling, oral histories, cultural documentaries, and public projects.
Alaska Conservation Foundation
Conservation and Indigenous stewardship grants supporting cultural knowledge and ecosystem protection.