Grants and Opportunities for Artists and Creators
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Funding should not be the thing that stops the work. Whether you are a visual artist refining your practice, a multidisciplinary creator building a larger body of work, or an independent creative looking for production support, there are real opportunities open right now with deadlines approaching. Below is a curated list of grants, residencies, fellowships, and paid open calls. If you have been waiting for a sign to apply, this is it.
Hyundai Motor Group – 7th VH AWARD
Deadline: July 21, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Production grants, international exhibition, and a $30,000 Grand Prix
The VH AWARD supports emerging media artists whose work engages with the context of Asia. Finalists receive production grants, an online residency with Ars Electronica, global exhibition opportunities, and the Grand Prix winner receives an additional $30,000 award.
Grand Marais Printmaking Residencies
Deadline: July 21, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Residency with a $2,500 stipend
Grand Marais Art Colony is offering two printmaking residencies for artists interested in community engagement and education. Selected artists receive a $2,500 stipend and lodging if traveling from outside Minnesota.
MAAD Artist: THE ARCHITECT Open Call
Deadline:Â July 24, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Los Angeles group exhibition
MAAD Artist is now accepting submissions for THE ARCHITECT, a multidisciplinary exhibition inspired by ColorBloc Magazine Issue 17. Selected artists will exhibit their work in Los Angeles on September 6, connecting with collectors, curators, and the creative community.
Support for Artists & Creative Individuals (SACI)
Deadline:Â July 24, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Grants up to $15,000
The Houston Arts Alliance's SACI program provides funding for artists and creatives developing new work or completing projects already in progress. Grants support projects that will be presented to the public.
Kolaj Institute Artist Residency
Deadline:Â July 28, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â International collage residency
Kolaj Institute is accepting applications for its Artist Residency, bringing together collage artists from around the world to develop new work through workshops, collaboration, and mentorship.
Architecture & Collage Virtual Residency
Deadline:Â July 28, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Virtual artist residency
Kolaj Institute's four-week residency brings together collage artists and architects from around the world to explore the intersection of architecture and collage through workshops, mentorship, and collaborative critique.
A Blade of Grass Field Funds
Deadline:Â July 31, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Project funding
Field Funds supports socially engaged artists creating projects that have a meaningful impact within their communities. The program funds public-facing work that fosters collaboration and civic engagement.
Peters Valley School of Craft Residency
Deadline:Â July 31, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Fully funded residency
Peters Valley School of Craft offers artists dedicated studio time, housing, and access to professional craft facilities. The residency supports artists working across a variety of contemporary craft disciplines.
Crosstown Arts Residency
Deadline:Â July 31, 2026
Funding/Opportunity:Â Artist residency
Crosstown Arts provides artists with studio space, housing, and the opportunity to develop new work while becoming part of an interdisciplinary creative community in Memphis.
TED x POSCA Global Artist Residency
Deadline: July 31, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Four $15,000 artist grants
TED and POSCA are seeking artists from around the world to create new work exploring the theme Visible Mending. Four selected artists will each receive $15,000, mentorship, and the opportunity to have their work featured across TED's global platforms.
Big Field Fund
Deadline: August 1, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Grants from $3,000–$8,000
The Big Field Fund supports artists creating ambitious public-facing projects that encourage community engagement and creative collaboration. Funding is available for artists working across a variety of disciplines.
Clotilda Memorial Public Art Commission
Deadline: August 9, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Public art commission valued at up to $2 million
The City of Mobile is seeking an artist or artist team to design a permanent memorial honoring the survivors of the Clotilda, the last known ship to bring enslaved Africans to the United States. This nationally significant commission includes a project budget of up to $2 million.
Bethany Arts Community – "I'm Scared"
Deadline: August 13, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Juried group exhibition
Bethany Arts Community is accepting submissions for I'm Scared, a multidisciplinary exhibition exploring fear, uncertainty, and the unknown. Artists working in 2D, sculpture, film, music, and sound are invited to submit work for the October 2026 exhibition.
Golden Foundation Residency Program
Deadline: August 12, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Residency for painters
The Golden Foundation Residency provides painters with studio space, housing, and access to GOLDEN acrylic materials. It is one of the country's premier residency programs for artists working in paint.
FIRE!!! Centennial Call for Proposals
Deadline: August 15, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Paid publication and exhibition opportunity
Celebrating 100 years of the landmark FIRE!! publication, this call invites artists and writers to submit work exploring Black creativity, history, and culture. Selected participants receive honoraria and publication opportunities.
BIPOC Deaf Arts Grant
Deadline: August 28, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Five $1,000 artist grants
This grant supports BIPOC artists who identify as Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, or Hard of Hearing. Funding is available for artists working in visual arts, media, literary arts, and interdisciplinary practices.://deafspotligh
Liu Shiming Artist Grants
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Funding/Opportunity: Five $5,000 grants
The Liu Shiming Art Foundation awards five $5,000 grants annually to emerging visual artists within the first decade of their careers. Funding supports new or ongoing artistic projects and professional growth.
If one of these opportunities aligns with your practice, apply.
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