CTF DIY 2026 SUMMER FUNDRAISER
Collect Art. Fund Dreams.
Enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win an original piece of artwork with 100% of proceeds directly funding scholarships for artists of color.
Ten years ago, Crafting the Future began as an idea: a space where artists of color could access the support they deserve. To celebrate a decade of that vision, we're bringing back our DIY fundraiser to give art enthusiasts and supporters the chance to win artwork they love while funding CTF's mission to unlock creative opportunities for artists of color nationwide.
OUR GOAL = $25,000
The Windgate Foundation is once again doubling every new or increased gift to CTF in 2026. By purchasing your sweepstakes tickets today, you can help us hit our goal and double your impact!
DIY 2026 Summer Collection
This year's collection features original works generously donated by artists in the CTF community. From ceramics to portraiture to mixed media, each piece reflects the creativity and vision of makers who believe in expanding access to craft education. Browse the collection below — and enter for your chance to bring one of these works home.
Featured Artists
• Maria Ahverdyan (@ceramicsutras)
• Kaleigh Balken (@agent_herniculous_smithereens)
• Darolyn Barber (@darolynmadison)
• Emmy Bright (@sleepylabright)
• Alvernon Brown (@alvernon.brown.9)
• Jennifer Crescuillo (@baebyquail)
• Ross A. Delano (@vivaRADglassware)
• Carlos Eduardo Gacharná (@caduphoto)
• Erica Gordon (@steeltoestudios)
• Juan Hernandez (@jch_convictedart)
• Peter Jacobsen (@peterjacobsenglass)
• Shana Kohnstamm (@shanakohnstamm)
• Courtney Denise Lipson (@CDLjewelry)
• Aisha Lockridge (@aishalikesit)
• Emily Martin (@emilyimartin)
• Kreh Mellick (@krehmellick)
• Paige L Morris (@PaigeLizbethMorris)
• Elissa Newmeyer (@elnewglass)
• Eileen ODea (@thewoodenpalate)
• Arlie Pemberton (@arlie_glass)
• Corey Pemberton (@instantglassic)
• Noel Puello (@noel_puello)
• Kayla Sanford (@Kayladsan.designs)
• Tiffany Satterly (@texican_badman)
• Ellye Sevier (@ellyerosestudios)
• Abraham Pardee (@pardeemetal)
• Cait Reas (@caitreas)
• Andrew Thornton (@andrewthorntonartist)
• Juliarose Triebes (@juliarosetriebes)
Enter the Sweepstakes
Ready to enter? Select your ticket quantity below for the artwork you wish to win. Each ticket is one chance to win your selected piece from our 2026 Summer Collection. The more tickets you purchase, the more chances you have — and every dollar goes directly to our programs.
Learn how it works.
• Sweepstakes opens: July 7 @ 8:00am PT
• Sweepstakes closes: July 21 @ 11:59pm PT
• One winner selected per artwork
How It Works:
1. Browse the Collection
Explore the original artwork above donated by artists who believe in CTF's mission. Each piece in the DIY 2026 Summer Collection is available to win.
2. Purchase Tickets
Use the form above to purchase sweepstakes tickets. Each ticket gives you one entry for a chance to win your selected artwork. You may enter for as many items and as many times as you like — select multiple tickets to increase your chances.
3. Win Art, Fund Dreams
At the close of the sweepstakes on July 21, one winner will be randomly selected for each available artwork. Winners will be contacted via email by July 23. Whether you win or not, every ticket purchase directly supports scholarships and programs for artists of color.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Alternative Method of Entry (AMOE): To enter without making a purchase, hand-print your full name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number on a 3" x 5" card and mail it in a stamped envelope to: Crafting the Future Sweepstakes 155 W. Washington Blvd., Unit 660 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Mail-in entries must be postmarked by the applicable entry deadline and received by the date specified in the Official Rules. Limit one (1) mail-in entry per person unless otherwise stated in the Official Rules. Mechanically reproduced, illegible, incomplete, or automated entries are void. Mail-in entries will have the same odds of winning as all other eligible entries.
Your Ticket = Real Impact
Every sweepstakes ticket goes directly toward funding scholarships, residencies, and programs for artists of color. CTF removes financial barriers so that talented artists from underserved communities can access the training, studio time, and networks they deserve.
I am grateful for the scholarship. Not only did I learn a new craft, I meant some awesome people and created new relationships. The entire experience was more than I expected. Without the scholarship it would not have been possible.
Art That Means Something
The works in our 2026 Summer Collection were donated by artists who are part of the CTF community — makers who understand what it means to have doors opened. When you enter the sweepstakes, you're not just collecting art. You're standing behind the next generation of craft artists.
100% of Proceeds Go to the Mission
Crafting the Future is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Every dollar raised through this sweepstakes funds scholarships and programs — no overhead, no middleman. Your contribution is a direct investment in creative futures.
A Chance to Win, a Guarantee to Give
Not every sweepstakes has a cause behind it. Ours does. Whether or not your name is drawn, you've helped send an artist to a craft school, funded free studio space, or supported a community that believes in the power of making.
Questions?
For questions about the sweepstakes, a specific artwork, or how your donation is used,
email info@craftingthefuture.org
More Ways to Support the Mission
Give Today: Make a direct gift today to fund even more scholarships and programs, removing barriers to access for artists of color
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