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Northborough Arts Council's Call for Sculpture Artists

The Northborough Arts Council (NAC) of Massachusetts is accepting submissions for a large, iconic free-standing permanent sculpture that will serve as a focal point for Northborough’s placemaking efforts. As part of the “LOVE Northborough” public art campaign, we invite artists to submit proposals that reflect the unique spirit of our town. Our hope is to create
something as beloved and recognizable as Boston’s Ducklings — a landmark that residents and visitors alike can connect with. Both proposed work and finished pieces will be considered.

Application Deadline: September 1

Gallery 263's Call for Submissions, failed seriousness

From satirical irony to visual tricks, artists have long used humor in their practice to point towards layered intentions. Humor not only makes us crack a smile, but is a tool to challenge conventions and critique culture. Enlisting cheeky quips or juicy irony creates a different type of visual language, one which challenges perceptions of difficult topics and allows us to laugh in the face of it all. Gallery 263 invites artists from across the United States to submit their artwork that celebrates the subversive, satirical, and funny way of observing the world.

Artists will be notified of juror selections by September 19th.

Submission Deadline: September 7

NYFA's The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants 

The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants program provides grants of up to $5,000 for recent, unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies experienced by artists in financial need who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, or choreography. Privacy is guaranteed. 

Application Deadline: September 9 for emergencies occurring February 1, 2025 and after
Application Deadline: November 4 for emergencies occurring April 1, 2025 and after

Innovate Grant

Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. 

Application Deadline: September 10

Bank of America's Art Conservation Project

Art and objects of cultural heritage are vulnerable to the impacts of time and the conservation of these works calls attention to the rich diversity of the human experience. Through the Bank of America Art Conservation Project and our partnerships, we support this work because we believe in preserving this shared history for future generations. The 2025 Bank of America Art Conservation Project is funding 16 conservation projects around the world.

Application Deadline: September 12

Boston Artadia Awards

The Artadia Awards provide financial support, exposure and recognition to artists. The awards are unrestricted, allowing artists to use the funds in any way they choose.

Application Deadline: September 15 

Arts Midwest's GIG Fund

Through this grant, Midwestern organizations can now request up to $15,000 to bring a professional artist into their community and host creative, engaging public activities.

Intent to Apply Due: September 15; Final Apps Due: September 29

The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA)'s General Operating Support for Artists

General Operating Support for Artists provides grants for three consecutive years for three artists to work toward large, specific, self-identified goals in their art practice.

Application Deadline: October 1

RISCA's State Cultural Facilities Grant

The program funds via matching grants capital improvement, preservation, renovation and new construction projects for public and nonprofit artistic performance centers, museums and cultural art centers located throughout the state. Project proposals that address accessibility, help buildings conform with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), update building and fire codes, increase energy efficiency, and grow programming capacity are particularly encouraged. 

Attend the RISCA info session on August 1 at 11:00 AM

Application Deadline: October 1

Town of Cohasset, MA, Planning Department's Call for Artists – 2026 Paul Pratt Memorial Library Outdoor Reading Nooks

The Town of Cohasset Planning Department, in partnership with the Paul Pratt Memorial Library, is seeking visionary artists or artist teams to design and build two original, temporary public art installations for display from May through November 2026. This exciting opportunity invites creatives to propose Outdoor Reading Nooks—functional, sculptural works of art that will transform the library’s front lawn at 35 Ripley Road into welcoming spaces for reading, reflection, and community connection. With a total commission of $12,000, the selected artist(s) will create engaging, interactive pieces that celebrate learning, creativity, and public gathering. Let your work help shape a more inspired and connected Cohasset.

Application Deadline: October 6

NYFA's Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants

The Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants program provides one-time grants of up to $3,000 to professional dancers facing dire financial emergencies, due to the loss or lack of recent/current live performance work, because of circumstances outside of their control.

Application Deadline: October 7

University of Nebraska Lincoln | Westbrook Music Building's Call for Artwork

The University of Nebraska Lincoln is seeking existing 2D artworks for direct purchase to be displayed in the new Westbrook Music Building. The Westbrook Music Building, part of UNL’s Hixson-Lied College of Fine & Performing Arts, is a state-of-the-art facility for the Glenn Korff School of Music. The Committee is looking for works that have a conceptual connection to the Glenn Korff School of Music’s mission and values. The school is devoted to the advancement of music and dance, the preparation of future arts professionals, and service to the arts professions/institutions, holding key values such as being collaborative, inclusive, and creative. Artists should explain this connection in their letter of interest. The number of works that are purchased depends on the price for each piece; only submit works priced between $1,000 and $20,000.

Application Deadline: October 14

Choral Arts New England's David Hoose Commissioning Grant

The David Hoose Grant is a biennial, $5,000 grant supporting the commission of meaningful new choral music with instrumental accompaniment. This grant supports new compositions that explore choral music’s unique capacity to help us understand our history, reflect on our present, and envision our future.

Application Deadline: October 31

Vermont Community Foundation's Hills and Hollows Fund

The Hills and Hollows Fund was established at the Vermont Community Foundation in 2003 to support educational opportunities, children and families, and efforts that foster the future sustainability of Poultney and its nearby communities.

Application Deadline: November 1

Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee's Community Sculpture Walk 2026-28

The Community Sculpture Walk exhibits outdoor sculptures to enhance the use of open space in Watertown, encourage public interaction with contemporary art, and create an annual exhibition opportunity for artists at all career stages working in a variety of mediums. Selected artists will be awarded $3,000 for the two-year loan of their sculpture. Artists are responsible for transporting their work to and from the Community Sculpture Walk and the installation and deinstallation of their artwork.

Application Deadline: November 2

Efficiency Vermont's Enhanced Rebates for Nonprofits

501(c)(3) nonprofits that provide health, safety, or welfare services in Vermont can receive an enhanced incentive, covering 100% of costs up to $7,500, with a limit of 4 products, in addition to standard rebate offers.

Application Deadline: December 30

RISCA's Artist Open Studio Tour

Artist Open Studio Tour grants support marketing and administration for an artist-initiated open studio tour. The studio tour must consist of multiple artists within one studio building or several nearby buildings and be open to the public.

Application Deadline: Rolling

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