Welcome to Studio Scout.

Every issue, we send art funding that’s open right now — grants, fellowships, residencies, and open calls for visual artists — each one checked against the funder’s official page so you never chase a dead deadline.

Here’s what’s open today. Always confirm details at the official link before applying.

CLOSING SOON

Pine Meadow Ranch Residency — multidisciplinary residency, Oregon. Deadline: July 6, 2026.

NEA Grants for Arts Projects (GAP2) — project funding across disciplines. Part 1 deadline: July 9, 2026.

The 7th VH Award (Hyundai) — global award for emerging media & digital artists; cash prize. Deadline: July 21, 2026.

The Clay Studio Residency — for ceramic artists; studio + stipend. Deadline: July 27, 2026.

ALWAYS OPEN: EMERGENCY & RELIEF FUNDS

CERF+ Craft Artists Emergency Relief — up to $3,000 for craft artists facing an emergency.

Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants — up to $3,000 for artists with an upcoming public presentation.

Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants (NYFA) — up to $5,000 for medical emergencies.

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Studio Scout is an independent listing service, not affiliated with any funder. Deadlines and amounts change — always confirm on the official page before applying.

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