Help Us Raise $2,000 for the Bliss Fund by December 3rd!

On Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2024, we’re raising $2,000 for the Bliss Fund. This scholarship fund supports emerging and underrepresented craft artists in Maine, granting access to MCA’s educational programming, mentorship, and other opportunities to advance a career in craft.

 

Donations to the Bliss Fund directly impact the lives of emerging and established craft artists in Maine, contributing to the BLISS we feel as a community dedicated to ensuring access for all!

Together, we can make this Giving Tuesday count.

The Maine Crafts Association is a 501(c)(3) organization and your gift is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

Please mail checks to:

Maine Crafts Association
PO BOX 342
Gardiner, ME 04345

Sadie Bliss, MCA & SMC Executive Director, 2012-2022

About The Bliss Fund

The Bliss Fund was made in honor and appreciation of former MCA Executive Director, Sadie Bliss. Symbolic of joy and contentment, the fund acknowledges Sadie’s long standing dedication to uplifting the legacy of craft in Maine by providing scholarships to artists participating in the Haystack Weekend Workshop and other MCA programming. By supporting educational and professional development opportunities, the Bliss Fund plays a vital role in nurturing Maine’s craft community by removing financial barriers. It empowers artists to enhance their skills, expand their networks, and grow their businesses. Contributions of any amount play a vital role in broadening access and ensuring that our programs are enriched by the presence of artists from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.