One of the oldest arts associations on the Eastside is now accepting applications for this year’s Signature Art Fund Award.

The Evergreen Association of Fine Arts, which supports individuals or groups serving youth, adults and or seniors living in Western Washington is calling for any and all artists’ and nonprofit organizations in the area to submit their projects for consideration.

Cheryl Hoople, EAFA’s art education chair, said the annual $1,000 award for the Signature Art Fund winner, goes to help a variety of efforts aimed at promoting, encouraging and educating members and the public in art appreciation.

It also goes to help sponsor and provide programs for art education and artistic improvement of its member and the community, she said.

“The goals of the Signature Art Fund program are to address critical physical or economic needs and to visibly demonstrate the value of art to the community,” Hoople said.

Applicants must be at least 18-years-old, live in and serve residents of Western Washington or represent a nonprofit organization and express interest in sharing art with others.

All submissions must be received by Monday, April 27.

EAFA will announce the winner at its annual general meeting May 21.

For more information about EAFA or the application process, visit www.eafa.org or call 425-451-8111.