Scholarships

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Policy and Procedures

HPAAC is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to fostering the arts in the Hastings and Prescott area. As part of its mission, HPAAC provides scholarships for people of all ages who wish to develop or improve their artistic talents. In addition, HPAAC offers limited funding for community partners who are creating and offering opportunities in the arts for our communities and citizens.

Scholarship recipients are selected by the Program and Planning committee of HPAAC in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the HPAAC Board of Directors. Considerations for selection include:

  • Scholarships are offered to students of all ages.
  • Scholarships are awarded on a first-come-first served basis as funds are available.
  • Scholarship recipients must live in Hastings, Prescott, or the surrounding rural communities.
  • The lessons/activities for which the scholarships are sought should be offered within Hastings, Prescott, or the surrounding rural communities (exceptions may be considered on an individual basis).
  • Scholarships will be administered through the school, studio, or instructor selected by the student.
  • Scholarships may be applied for once per student per year from the date of first application.
  •  Scholarships may be granted for such things as:
    • Lessons
    • Workshops
    • Conferences
    • Exhibit or performance entrance fees
    • School arts activities
    • Supplies, tools, or instruments
      • Receipts will be requested from applicants for purchases
    • Other opportunities requested by students and at the discretion of HPAAC 

The HPAAC Program and Planning committee may consider scholarships on an individual basis for other purposes, not previously defined, that further the mission of fostering arts in our communities.

Application Process