The Glass Craft Art Foundation was created to expand access to glass art education and ensure that students and educators have meaningful opportunities to learn, create, and grow.

For the 2026 Glass Craft & Bead Expo, 38 scholarships have already been secured through generous early support, including a significant gift from the South Point. These scholarships will provide high school students and educators with access to professional instruction, hands-on learning, and mentorship from leading glass artists.

But the need extends beyond those initial 38.

Schools across our region are eager to strengthen their glass art programs. Educators are seeking professional development and classroom resources. Students are looking for creative pathways that may not otherwise be available to them.

Our goal is to raise $30,000 to expand scholarship access for the 2026 Expo and bring glass art opportunities to even more classrooms and communities.

Every additional gift helps us:

Increase the number of student scholarships
Support more educators with training and materials
Expand glass art programs into additional schools
Build a stronger pipeline for the next generation of artists

The Glass Craft Art Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Together, we can ensure that glass art education continues to thrive — not only at the Expo, but in classrooms for years to come.

Expanding Access: 2026 Glass Art Scholarships

38 scholarships for the 2026 Expo are already secured. Help us expand access to even more students and educators.