Steven Klein Scholarship Program

Since 1962, the Wickford Art Association has been dedicated to supporting young artists by awarding scholarships to outstanding high school students across the state of Rhode Island.

Purpose: The Steven Klein Scholarship Program is designed to recognize and support high school students who exhibit exceptional talent, dedication, and a deep passion for the arts.

Eligible Focus Areas:

• Fine arts
• Design
• Photography
• Other creative disciplines

Target Audience: High school students across Rhode Island who aspire to pursue higher education in creative disciplines.

What the Scholarship Does: Provides financial assistance to help remove barriers and empower emerging artists to achieve their artistic ambitions and offset college expenses.

Partner Organizations: Rhode Island Art Education Association (RIAEA)

2025 Award Recipients:

• Alison "Ajax" Holmer – Barrington High School
• Ella Black-Andrade – Cumberland High School
• Lily Hannuksela – North Kingstown High School
• Kieran Fisher – Cranston High School East
• Brandon John Thorp – Chariho Regional High School

Funding Source: Artists generously donate fine art for the "Raffle of Fine Art" held annually at the Wickford Art Festival (July) to fund scholarship awards. Each year, donations exceed $10,000 in artwork value.

Contact Information:

• Wickford Art Association
• 36 Beach St., North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852
• 401.294.6840
• wickfordart.org

Application Process

1. Download the application form from the Wickford Art Association website
2. Complete the application with required information
3. Submit application by the annual deadline
4. Applicants will be notified of scholarship decisions

Note: Specific application materials, narrative requirements, and submission details are available via downloadable application form on the website.