September 2026 brings a wide range of funding, residencies, and fellowships for artists, writers, curators, and researchers seeking time, space, and support to develop new work.
A Month of Creative Opportunities
Among the standout grants, the 2026 Foundwork Artist Prize offers a $10,000 award and studio visits, while three shortlisted artists will each receive $1,000. In critical writing, the Toni Beauchamp Prize in Critical Art Writing from Gulf Coast recognizes strong voices in art criticism with cash awards for first and second place.
Several programs also support scholarship and publishing. The CAA Publication Grants help bring book-length art research to publication, and the Harry Ransom Center is preparing up to 50 funded fellowships for archival projects across disciplines.
Residencies, Research, and Studio Time
For artists looking for immersive environments, opportunities include the Hamiltonian Teaching Artist Residency in Washington, DC, the Vermont Studio Center sessions for 2027, and the ON::View Artist Residency in Savannah's Starland Arts District. The Morgan Conservatory also invites applicants interested in papermaking, book arts, and letterpress.
Research-focused fellowships are available through the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the American-Scandinavian Foundation, and the Queens Museum, which offers a fellowship for emerging artists with mentorship and a solo exhibition opportunity.
Cross-Disciplinary Support
One of the most forward-looking programs is Open Interval: Turbulence from the Simons Foundation, which connects artists, scientists, and arts organizations for collaborative exploration. In New York, the TNT Residency from Tiger Strikes Asteroid and Transmitter Gallery adds another fully funded studio pathway for artists building new work.
These opportunities reflect a creative ecosystem that continues to expand across institutions, disciplines, and regions. As support structures grow, they may shape a more connected and ambitious future for the arts.
