While the work of the writer may be at times lonely, it is rarely done without the support of a family, community, book makers, and book lovers everywhere. I am fortunate to live in the state of Minnesota, a state where support and funding for arts is written into our constitution via the Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. I’m proud of my state’s funding for the arts through grants and other initiatives.
Kao Kalia Yang is a fiscal year 2023 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature; and by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.