For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage sixth and seventh grade students of the Government Higher Primary School in Menasagere village, Maddur taluk, Mandya district, with Mudalapaya Yakshagana, a local art form that is rapidly disappearing from the cultural life of the region. The students will learn about the history and practices of this form through a series of sessions conducted by community artists, and apply their learning to texts from their mathematics and language curriculum. The outcome of the project will be a series of performances in the presence of school staff and community members. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include photographs and video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, documentation, material, travel and living, and publicity and marketing.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage 35 students of Government Lower Primary School, Doniyavara Thota, Metagudda village in Mudhol taluk, Bagalkot district. Titled Bete Nayigala Kote Mudhol (Mudhol: The Fort of Dogs), this 15 month initiative aims to nurture observation, curiosity, expression, and creative connections through the cultural and ecological lens of the Mudhol hound. By integrating Environmental Science, Mathematics, and Kannada with creative writing, sculpture, mural-making, and community documentation, the project positions the dog as a central figure of inquiry and imagination. The outcome of this project will be an exhibition. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be copies of the photographs and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for contract fees, workshop, material, travelling and living, exhibition, printing and documentation.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage fifth grade students of the Government Higher Primary School, Noolvi, in Hubballi taluk, Dharawad district. Titled Hatti Bandhisuva Mattu Vibhajisuva Daragalu (Cotton: Threads that Bind and Divide)— an inquiry through soil, society, and self. This 15-month initiative aims to foster environmental awareness and research thinking through folk stories, performances, and creative writing by integrating science, culture, and art into a meaningful learning experience. The outcome of this project will be a series of performances. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be still and video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for travelling and living, contract fees, material and stationary, workshop and printing.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage 35 students of Government Lower Primary School, Sannakere, in Koppa taluk, Chikkamagaluru district. Titled Jenu Naanu (Honey and Me), this 15-month initiative aims to deepen children's understanding of pollination, ecological balance, and the food chain, while nurturing environmental consciousness. By integrating science, environmental studies, and language learning, the project creates a dynamic and interdisciplinary classroom experience. The outcome of this project will be performances, an exhibition and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be copies of the publication, photographs and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for travelling and living, contract fees, material and stationary, printing, and performance.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage 37 students of fifth and sixth grades of the Government Model Kannada Boys School, Hulkoti, in Gadag taluk Gadag district. Titled Mudranakashi Namma Gadag, this 15 month initiative is crafted to explore the resources and processes of local printing presses, nurturing students' curiosity, observational abilities, creative thinking, and practical reasoning, laying the foundation for deeper, more meaningful learning. The outcome of this project will be an exhibition and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be copies of the publication, photographs and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for contract fees, publication, travel and living, material and stationary, exhibition and workshop.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage eight grade students of the Government High School, Guledagudda in Badami taluk, Bagalkot district. Titled Samayada Elegalu, this 15-month project weaves together the century-old architectural heritage of the school building with the living stories and sensory designs of the local weaving community. Through interdisciplinary exploration involving history, science, social studies, and art, students engage with the deeper meanings embedded in handwoven textiles, nearby ecosystems, tools, and the daily rituals of making. The outcome of this project will be an exhibition and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be copies of the publication, photographs, and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for material and stationary, travelling and living, contract fees, exhibition, and publication.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage fifth grade students of the Government Model Higher Primary School Taranagar, in Sandur taluk, Ballari District. Titled Bayalata Patya Samyojita Prayoga – Bayalata Curriculum Integrated Experiment, this 15-month initiative aims to encourage creativity, collaboration, and communication, transforming learning into a joyful and meaningful experience. The outcome of this project will be performance. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be copies of the photographs, and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, materials, travelling and living.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage third to eighth-grade students of the Bharatiya Bidya Niketan Gurukul, in Kalimela, Malkangiri district, Odisha. This 15-month project titled Children's Art Museum: Celebrating Tribal Art through Young Creators offers a unique way for children to connect with and appreciate indigenous cultures of Koya, Paroja and Gadabas tribal communities. This project aims to establish a community art museum within the school campus. The outcome of the project will be a museum, and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA along with the final report are copies of the publication, photographs and the video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for workshop, performance, exhibition, documentation and contract fees.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage fourth to eighth grade students of the Patel Motilal Thakur Memorial School (PMTM), run by Maruti Shiksha Avam Samaj Kalyan Samiti, in Hatpipliya, Ratlam district. This 15-month project titled Malv Mati Gahan Gambhir Dag-Dag Roti Pag-Pag Nir reflects the deep cultural heritage and self-sustaining nature of the Malwa region, where tradition, knowledge, and resources are deeply ingrained in everyday life. The project aims to draw from this rich cultural foundation to innovate in classroom teaching by integrating the Malvi language, traditional art, and community knowledge. The outcome of the project will be a series of performances, exhibitions and a multilingual dictionary (Malvi-Hindi-English). The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be a copy of the publication, photographs, and video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for workshop, publication, travel and living, contract fees, documentation, stationary and materials and communication.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA that will engage seventh to 10th grade students of the Ghasiara Vidyapith (HS), in Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas district. In this 15-month project titled The Infinite Sky Beyond Books, the school hopes to demystify difficult subjects and enhance the educational process by integrating art forms like music, multimedia, theater, dance, puppetry, painting, and sculpture into the curriculum. In addition, the school wants to make educational experiences enjoyable through promoting individual creativity. The outcome of the project will be a series of performances, exhibitions and in-house discussions. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will be photographs, and video documentation of the entire project. Project funds will pay for contract fees, materials, hire of equipment, travel and living, performance, workshop, stationary and documentation.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA which will engage seventh grade students of Government Model Kannada Primary School, Maalamaddi, Dharwad district with a project exploring the art of cattle rearing and buffalo milk distribution practised by the Gauli community in and around Dharwad district, along with the exploration of the popular sweet – Dharwad Peda. Students will understand the history and geographical spread of this community, and engage with the role of the buffalo connecting it to their curriculum in social science, science, and language. The outcome of this project will be a performance in the school premise and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include a copy of the publication, still and video documentation of the process and the performance. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, travel and living, materials, workshop, documentation, and printing.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA which will engage seventh grade students of Vinobhabave Government Higher Primary School in Chittavadagi, Hospet taluk, Vijayanagara district with the project titled Naisargika Layadalli Hindustani Sangeetada Mukhakuhi (Confluence of Hindustani Music with Rhythms of Nature), connecting the rhythmic patterns of nature with Hindustani music. Students will be engaged in a series of listening activities to capture and observe various sound patterns in nature in relation to Hindustani musical rhythms. These sound explorations will be linked to their curriculum in environmental science and languages. The outcome of this project will be a performance and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include a copy of the publication, still and video documentation of the process and the performance. Project funds will pay for contract fees, travel and living, performance, printing, documentation, food, hire of equipment, and materials.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA which will engage sixth grade students of Government Model Higher Primary School in Tadasa, Shiggaon taluk, Haveri district with the project titled Korama Samudaya Eduve Kalegala Samudaya (Korama Community - The Art Community). Students will explore the art and culture of the Korama tribal community connecting it to their curriculum in environmental science and languages. Students will engage with the craft practices of the community and train in the Koravanji folk art form. The outcome of this project will be a performance, exhibition and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include a copy of the publication, still and video documentation of the process, exhibition and the performance. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, travel and living, documentation, materials, printing, and workshop.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA which will engage sixth grade students of Government Higher Primary School in Chikka Hunasur, Hunasur taluk, Mysore district with the folk stories and songs of folk hero and saint Manteswamy, associated with the Neelagara community. Students will engage with the community and the musical instruments used by Neelagara artists, and the project will connect to their curriculum in languages and social science. The outcome of this project will be a performance and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include a copy of the publication, still and video documentation of the process and the performance. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, travel and living, documentation, hire of equipment, materials, and printing.
For the implementation of a Foundation Project by IFA which will engage sixth and seventh grade students of Kasturba Gandhi Residential School, Alavandi, Koppal district with a project interpreting folk stories of Heggappa through Bayalata art form. Students will explore the ritualistic practice of Heggappana Kunita by the Gorava community connecting it to their curriculum in languages, mathematics, and environmental science. The focus of this project is to widen knowledge about the folklore and cultural practices in Karnataka. The outcome of this project will be a performance in the school premise and a publication. The Project Coordinator’s deliverables to IFA with the final report will include a copy of the publication, still and video documentation of the process and the performance. Project funds will pay for contract fees, performance, travel and living, documentation, hire of Equipment, materials, and printing.
