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Here are the upcoming opportunities for October 2024. Best of luck!
Artadia Awards: Atlanta
The Artadia Awards provide financial support, exposure, and recognition to artists. Awardees receive unrestricted funds of $15,000. Applicants must be a contemporary visual artist, making artwork for presentation in a contemporary art context.
Geographic Focus
Atlanta, Georgia
Deadline
October 1, 2024
BICA Microgrant
The Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art (BICA) Microgrant is a $300 good-faith grant for artists and curators who are realizing a project in the greater Buffalo area.
Geographic Focus
Buffalo, New York
Deadline
October 1, 2024
In Cahoots Residency
In Cahoots Residency in Sonoma County, California, provides housing and studio space to both emerging and professional artists in a variety of mediums, with a focus on artists books, letterpress, printmaking, writing, and collaboration.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Ellis-Beauregard Composer Award
The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation Composer Award is open to US-based composers at any stage of their careers. The award includes a $50,000 commission to compose a new orchestral work and a week-long residency in Maine. There is no application fee.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Americana Foundation Grant
The Americana Foundation supports projects and organizations that positively impact people's lives by creating systematic and/or structural change. Grants typically range between $10,000 and $25,000.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Center for Contemporary Printmaking Residency
The Center for Contemporary Printmaking's residency program in Norwalk, Connecticut, grants artists the opportunity to produce a body of work in a supportive atmosphere for creative growth and development—using traditional as well as innovative printmaking techniques. There is a $35 application fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Zaccho Studio AiR Program
The Zaccho Studio AiR Program in San Francisco, California, extends subsidized studio space to established and emerging artists in the fields of contemporary dance, aerial dance, circus art, and theater.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Grant for Artists' Practice
Mophradat's Grants for Artists' Practice program provides artists with critical feedback and flexible financial support in grants of either $4,000 or $8,000 that can be used towards their livelihood, periods of research, residencies, the production of new work, and curating and presenting shows, amongst other forms of artistic work. Artists and collectives from and in the Arab world are eligible to apply.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Artist Opportunity Grant
The Delaware Division of the Arts' Artist Opportunity Grant supports unique professional and artistic development and presentation opportunities for artists. Applicants can request up to 80% of the opportunity cost not to exceed $1,000.
Geographic Focus
Delaware
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Libertroph Magazine Call for Submissions
Libertroph Magazine, a collection of art and stories about white anti-racist organizing efforts past and present, is seeking submissions in any genre. Applicants may submit up to three submissions.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Getty Scholars Program
The Getty Scholars Program in Southern California supports innovative research about art conceived in the broadest terms, and its histories, by providing a locus for international scholars to forge collaborations across disciplines and professional practices, while also developing new audiences for their work. This year's theme is "repair."
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust Grant
The Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust grants are awarded to organizations that share its priorities: emphasizing arts and culture, elevating the diverse and rich cultural heritage of Maine, historic preservation, and environmental initiatives. Up to $20,000 may be requested.
Geographic Focus
Maine
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Atherton Family Foundation Grant
The Atherton Family Foundation makes grants for programs that benefit the people of Hawai'i. Applicants must have 501(c)(3) status or must apply with a fiscal sponsor.
Geographic Focus
Hawai'i
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Paul R. Judy Center Grant
The Paul R. Judy Center for Innovation and Research at the Eastman School of Music provides funding for research and innovative projects. US-based musicians and musical arts organizations are eligible to apply. Grants will range from $5,000 to $10,000.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Millay Arts Core Residency
The Millay Arts Core Residency in Austerlitz, New York, is a fully-subsidized program featuring a creative cohort of 6-7 multidisciplinary artists. There is a $45 application fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 1, 2024
Literary Journalism: Environmental Writing
Banff Centre's two-week residency in Alberta, Canada, encourages and supports writers of literary journalism focusing on environmental concerns. There is a $65 application fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 2, 2024
Rural Initiative Program
The Laura Jane Musser Fund wants to encourage collaborative and participatory efforts among citizens in rural communities that will help strength their towns and regions. Rural nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local units of government are eligible to apply.
Geographic Focus
Colorado, Hawai'i, Minnesota, Wyoming, and limited counties in New York State and Texas
Deadline
October 3, 2024
Craft Research Fund Grant
The Center for Craft's Craft Research Fund supports new and interdisciplinary research about craft in the United States. Proposals are welcome from applicants including but not limited to organizations, curators, artist-researchers, independent and academic researchers, and scholars. There is no application fee.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 4, 2024
National Sculpture Society Grants
The National Sculpture Society (NSS) is awarding two grants. The Marilyn Newmark Memorial Grant is a $5,000 prize for a sculptor specializing in animal sculpture. The Alex J. Ettl Grant is a $5,000 prize awarded to a figurative or realist sculptor. There is no application fee for either grant.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 7, 2024
W. Eugene Smith Fund Grants
The W. Eugene Smith Fund offers three grants. The W. Eugene Smith Fund Grant supports visual storytellers whose photographic work renews the tradition of Smith's career as a photographic essayist. There is a $50 application fee. The W. Eugene Smith Grant for Student Photographers is open to students over the age of 18. There is a $10 application fee. The Howard Chapnick Grant supports programs in fields such as editing, research, education, and management as they relate to photojournalism and documentary photography. There is a $25 voluntary donation to apply.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 8, 2024
Banff Artist in Residence: Early Career
Banff Artist in Residence: Early Career in Alberta, Canada, is an immersive program of studio practice, creative exploration, critical feedback, and mentorship, for visual artists of all ages in the early stages of their careers. There is a $65 application fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 9, 2024
Penland Core Fellowship Program
The Penland Core Fellowship Program in Mitchell County, North Carolina, is a two-year work-study fellowship for early career artists looking to expand technical skills and material fluency while working to support the day-to-day operations of a craft school. Fellows receive a $500 stipend every two weeks.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 9, 2024
Kala Artist-in-Residence Program
The Kala Artist-in-Residence Program in Berkeley, California, is open to artists working in various printmaking techniques, photo processes, book arts, and digital media including video production.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Art Omi Residencies
Art Omi in Columbia County, New York, has five distinct residency programs, three of which are accepting applications until mid-October. Art Omi: Architecture aims to nurture experimentation at the intersection of architecture, art, and landscape. Art Omi: Artists offers concentrated time for creative work balanced with the stimulation of cultural exchange and critical appraisal. Art Omi: Writers hosts authors and translators, providing exposure for global literary voices.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Ora Schneider Regional Residency Grant
Women's Studio Workshop's Ora Schneider Regional Residency Grant is a month-long residency in Rosendale, New York, for regional artists. Priority will be given to artists with experience and a working knowledge of etching, intaglio, or monoprint; letterpress; papermaking; screenprinting; photography; or ceramics. The grant includes a $1,500 stipend.
Geographic Focus
New York counties of Greene, Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, and Orange
Deadline
October 15, 2024
STK Foundation Grant
The STK Foundation provides support for Maine communities. Grants are provided for nonprofit organizations and projects. The Foundation has a strong interest in literacy, community services, and the arts.
Geographic Focus
Maine
Deadline
October 15, 2024
National Gallery of Art Fellowships
The Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts at the National Gallery of Art awards fellowships to scholars across various career levels. Senior Fellowships provide scholars with the opportunity to conduct full-time research in residence at the Center. Postdoctoral Fellowships are two-year, residential appointments that support research and writing for publication.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Clark Fellowships
Fellowships at the Clark in Williamstown, Massachusetts, are awarded to established and promising scholars with the aim of fostering a critical commitment to inquiry in the theory, history, and interpretation of art and visual culture.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Fellowships in American Art
The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) in Washington, D.C., invites applications to its fellowship program. Scholars from any discipline whose research engages the art, craft, and visual culture of the United States are encouraged to apply.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Keshet Makers Space Experience
The Keshet Makers Space Experience is a 10-day cohort-based residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in which choreographers/dancemakers have access to rehearsal space, peer movement classes, arts business workshops, and the New Mexico skies.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
A.R.T./New York Grant Programs
A.R.T./New York provides grants to theaters of all sizes through a number of regranting programs, two of which are currently accepting applications. The Creative Opportunity Fund provides general operating support to small professional theaters throughout New York State. The Small Theatres Fund is a two-year general operating support grant to New York City-based theater companies.
Geographic Focus
New York State [Creative Opportunity Fund]
New York City [Small Theatres Fund]
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Wildacres Residency Programs
Wildacres Retreat's Residency Program in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, hosts writers, artisans, and musicians of all artistic disciplines for one-week residencies. The Environmental Artist-in-Residence Program welcomes artists, scientists, and other professionals engaging with ambitious ideas and who are activity-focused on current global environmental issues. There is a $30 application fee for each program.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Residency at the Dora Maar House
Mid-career artists and humanities professionals are invited to apply to the residency program at the Dora Maar House in Provence, France. There is a $25 application fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 15, 2024
Intercultural Harmony Initiative
The Laura Jane Musser Fund's Intercultural Harmony Initiative aims to promote mutual understanding and cooperation between groups and citizens of different cultural backgrounds within defined geographical areas through collaborative, cross-cultural exchange projects. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local units of government are eligible to apply.
Geographic Focus
Colorado, Hawai'i, Minnesota, Wyoming, and limited counties in New York State and Texas
Deadline
October 16, 2024
Shubert Foundation Grants
The Shubert Foundation is dedicated to sustaining and advancing the live performing arts in the United States. Dance grants support US-based, not-for-profit, professional dance companies. Arts Related grants provide funding for organizations that help support the development of theater. The Shubert Scholars program grants a limited number of awards to preeminent graduate drama programs of universities for scholarship assistance.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 16, 2024
Winter Film Festival NYC
New York City's Winter Film Festival is a volunteer-run and operated celebration of the diversity of local and international filmmaking. Works of all genres, forms, and lengths are considered. There is a $35 regular deadline submission fee per film.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 18, 2024 [Regular Deadline]
Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice
New England Foundation for the Arts' Collective Imagination for Spatial Justice program grants support teams of Massachusetts-based creatives and community members to imagine: What does public art that fosters positive social change look, sound, and feel like in your community? The grant amount is $6,000.
Geographic Focus
Massachusetts
Deadline
October 21, 2024
Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grant
New York Foundation for the Arts' Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grant provides a one-time grant of up to $5,000 for recent unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies to artists in financial need who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, and choreography.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 25, 2024
Lucid Art Residency Program
The goal of the Lucid Art Residency Program in Inverness, California, is to provide artists with a serene, retreat-like natural environment for creative exploration and inquiry into art and consciousness. Artists working in the visual arts, video/new media, writing, music composition, and choreography are eligible to apply. There is a $40 application fee.
Geographic Focus
United States and Canada
Deadline
October 28, 2024
Rbhu Gives Back
The Rbhu Gives Back grants offer structural or mechanical engineering services for any size artwork, which can include analysis, construction drawings, and permit documents. Any art piece that needs engineering services is eligible for this program.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 28, 2024
Gilder Lehrman Institute Scholarly Fellowship
The Gilder Lehrman Institute provides annual short-term research fellowships in the amount of $3,000 each to doctoral candidates, college and university faculty at every rank, and independent scholars working in the field of American history.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 28, 2024
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans provides merit-based funding for new Americans, immigrants and children of immigrants, who are poised to make significant contributions to US culture, society, and academia.
Geographic Focus
United States
Deadline
October 31, 2024
Virginia Humanities Rapid Grant
Virginia Humanities grants support projects that explore the stories of Virginia—its history, people, communities, and cultural traditions—as well as issues and questions that impact the lives of Virginians in the present day. Rapid grants award up to $5,000. Entities with up-to-date nonprofit status are eligible to apply.
Geographic Focus
Virginia
Deadline
October 31, 2024
apexart Open Call
apexart's open calls are opportunities for artists, curators, and other professionals to turn their curatorial idea into an apexart exhibition. There is no submission fee.
Geographic Focus
Global
Deadline
October 31, 2024
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