Asian American Arts & Culture Fellowship Application

Welcome to our Asian American Cultural Ambassador Fellowship program, a platform dedicated to empowering the next generation of Asian American leaders, artists, creators, and cultural ambassadors in Pennsylvania.

As torchbearers of cultural legacy and innovation, we recognize the invaluable contributions and unique perspectives that emerge from within our diverse community. This fellowship is a testament to our commitment to nurturing and amplifying the voices of Asian American organizers and artists, providing them with the resources, mentorship, and platform they need to flourish and create impactful change.

Who should apply?

Age Eligibility: 18-35
You can apply if you are one of the following:
- Student organization leaders/official position holders in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania based Youth organizer
- Asian American artists, musicians, singers, poets, painters, etc.

What does the Community Fund offer?

Financial support for leadership development and organizing events
Financial sponsorship of fellow's work/events catered for Asian American communities in Pennsylvania. Fellowship will range from $500-$5000, depending on scope of work and events size
Support from a cohort and the AACFPA's Program Manager to deepen in understanding the connections between Asian arts & culture work and civic engagement and voter education
Networking opportunities at both national and state level which include cultural fairs, conferences, and conventions to connect with peers, professionals, and leaders from our Asian American communities across the country.
Mentorship programs to pair youth with experienced professionals or community leaders who serve as mentors to provide guidance and support on educational and career paths. Mentorship opportunities may include one-on-one mentoring sessions, group mentorship programs, or workshops led by mentors

What does the fellow agree to?

Alignment with AACFPA mission and values
Agreement that the fellow will work with the Community Fund on nonpartisan voter education and registration activities at the Asian American cultural or arts events.
Representing AACFPA at arts and cultural events oriented around Asian American communities in Pennsylvania
Agreement to the AACFPA visible branding and presence at the events organized by fellows, including but not limited to: using the AACFPA logo on the event website, flyers, and other promotional materials, and an AACFPA representative speaking spot in the program

The inaugural cohort of the Unity Fellowship will be held between Fall-Winter 2024. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a final deadline in mid-summer TBD.

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Describe your overall goals for this fellowship (max 200 words) (Optional)

Tell us about the last 3 events you/your group organized: (Please include names of the events, date of the event, any other groups you partnered with on the event, and number of attendees and a short description of the event and attendees) : (Optional)

Please share with us your plans for your events in 2024-2025, including names and dates of the events, any other groups you plan to partner with on the event, and number of planned attendees and a short description of the planned event and attendees (Optional)

Share with us how your events in 2024-2025 will benefit the community (max 200 words): (Optional)

Share with us the target audience of your event(s). Who do you hope attends? (max 200 words): (Optional)

Describe any existing partnerships or collaborations with other community groups or organizations your groups works with on your events (max 200 words): (Optional)

Describe any previous experience or qualifications that make your organization or group a good candidate for this grant (max 200 words): (Optional)

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