Welcome!
Maine Cultural Access Portal is the new grants and opportunities management system for the Maine Arts Commission and the Maine State Library
Tips on using the Submittable platform:
- You will need to create a free Submittable account or sign in with Google or Facebook credentials to submit to these forms.
- You can save a draft of your work if you would like to finish filling out the form at a later date. There is an autosave feature, but you can also manually save your draft by clicking the button at the bottom of the form.
- Submittable works best on Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported. Please make sure you are using a supported browser.
- We will follow up with you about your submission by email. Please be sure to safelist notification emails from Submittable and check the email you used to sign up for your Submittable Account regularly.
Technical Questions?
Check out the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support.
GUIDELINES
Review the full 2027 Craft Apprentice Program Guidelines before beginning your application.
View the Craft Apprentice Program webpage
Download the 2027 Craft Apprentice Program Guidelines PDF
CAP APPLICATION PREP LIST 2027
Review and download the 2027 Application Prep List for a complete list of application questions and required support materials.
We recommend preparing your responses in an offline document before entering them into Submittable. This gives the Mentor and Apprentice an opportunity to discuss, review, and agree on responses in advance and provides a backup copy of your work.
Download the 2027 CAP Application Prep List PDF
Note: Please review both the program guidelines and application prep list carefully before applying. These resources provide important information about program requirements, eligibility, support materials, allowable expenses, and the application review process.
SUBMITTABLE PLATFORM TECHNICAL QUESTIONS?
For technical questions about using Submittable, visit the Submitter Resource Center or contact Submittable Customer Support.
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Our goal is for all potential applicants to have the resources they need to submit a complete and competitive application. If you have questions about eligibility, the Craft Apprentice Program, or the application process, please contact:
Lizz Brown Programs Manager, Maine Crafts Association lizz@mainecrafts.org 717-372-1541 www.mainecrafts.org
ACCESSIBILITY
If you require an alternate format or need assistance accessing the guidelines or application, please contact ADA Accessibility Coordinator Eli Cabañas by email at eli.cabanas@maine.gov or by phone at 207-215-5872.
It is the policy of the Maine Arts Commission not to discriminate on the basis of disability. The Commission is dedicated to making its programs accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities and assisting individuals with disabilities in connecting with resources for access to the arts. All programs funded by the Maine Arts Commission must also be accessible.