- Location:
- Colorado
- Grant Cycle:
- 2024
- Amount:
- $8,000
- Type of Grant:
- Programming
- Disciplines:
- Education, Environment, Outreach
The Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance fosters awareness and appreciation of the landscape and cultural heritage of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument through collaboration with the Bureau of Land Management. The organization envisions responsible use and stewardship of Canyons of the Ancients by diverse communities while honoring the traditional values of the Indigenous peoples of the region.
SCCA received programmatic support for the Four Corners Indigenous Art Market, Cultural Demonstration Series, and Artists in Residence Program, which collectively aim to celebrate and promote the rich artistic heritage of Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, enhance cultural education, and provide a supportive environment for artists to create and share their work, fostering dialogue around creativity, cultural heritage, environmental stewardship, and social justice.