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Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Danbury's Call for Native American Artists

The congregation invites Native American artists to submit proposals for artwork to be exhibited in the fellowship hall of the Congregation for Roots and Horizons. The call is open to artists who are enrolled members or documented descendants of federally or state-recognized Native American tribes. Preference given to a local artist. Ideally, they are looking for a two-dimensional piece of artwork using any or all of the following mediums: painting, beadwork, digital art, mixed media, photography, textiles, and more. They might consider another medium or size for a really creative idea. The selected artist will receive commission of $5,000 (which includes materials and installation).

Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

Innovate Grants Spring 2026

Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (18) honorable mentions (9 in art and 9 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. Innovate Grants support artists and photographers through quarterly grants. We've simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself and our application reflects that. 

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

 

Walker Youngbird Foundation's Emerging Native Arts Grant

The Emerging Native Arts Grant is a cornerstone initiative of the Walker Youngbird Foundation, created to support early-career Native artists who are honoring tradition while boldly shaping the future of contemporary Indigenous art. Awarded twice annually, the $15,000 grant provides funding, mentorship, and a curated showcase to artists at a critical stage in their development—offering them the resources and visibility they need to take bold next steps in their creative journeys.

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

Springboard for the Arts' Rural Regenerator Fellowship

The Rural Regenerator Fellowship is an 18-month fellowship that brings together rural artists, creatives, and culture bearers to deepen their relationships, grow their work, and support rural exchange and solidarity across the Upper Midwest.

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

Call to Artists: Watertown Business Coalition's Arts Market

The Watertown Business Coalition (WBC), in partnership with the City of Watertown, is proud to announce the return of the Watertown Arts Market on Saturday, August 8, 2026. This signature community event will transform Arsenal Park into a vibrant outdoor gallery and performance space from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The Arts Market Committee invites local Watertown artists, authors, musicians, nonprofit cultural organizations, and arts-based businesses to secure their spot for 2026. Fees: $30 for individual artists; $40 for nonprofit organizations; $65 for arts and cultural businesses.

Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2026

First Peoples Fund's Native Performing Arts Live Production Grant

The Native Performing Arts Live Production Grant (LPG) program supports Native-led live performing events and performances that include multiple Native performers and artists. “Live Production” means the artist(s) are actively engaged in creating a live performance, either in person or virtually. Live Productions can include: Original or re-adapted theatrical plays, touring for Native performance groups, performances taking place in Native communities, and other forms of live performance that may not fit into conventional performance categories (music festivals, concerts, and fairs). The LPG Grant offers a one-year $30,000 grant to individual Native performing artists and Native-led performing arts organizations/businesses/collectives with experience presenting live productions. LPG is intended to support live productions in the active stages of production. Proposed live productions that are still in development, either in writing retreats or workshops, will not be considered.

Application Deadline: July 8, 2026

National Endowment for the Arts' Grants for Artists 

The NEA fund arts projects in the following disciplines: Arts Education, Challenge America, Dance, Design & Our Town, Folk & Traditional Arts, Literary Arts, Local Arts Agencies, Museums, Music, Opera, Our Town, Presenting & Multidisciplinary Works, Theater & Musical Theater, and Visual & Media Arts.

Submission Deadline: July 9, 2026

University of Maine seeks Qualifications from Artists of Artist Teams

The University of Maine, in partnership with the Maine Arts Commission, seeks qualifications from artists or artist teams for a public art commission at the new GEM Factory of the Future building in Orono, Maine. The project will support a permanent public artwork that reflects the building’s focus on sustainable materials, advanced manufacturing, research, and innovation.

Submission Deadline: July 13th, 2026

Vermont Arts Council's Artists in School Grant

Artists in Schools Grants support quality, multiday arts experiences in schools with Vermont teaching artists in residence. Applicants are Vermont schools or school districts, and nonprofit arts organizations with a documented school/district partnership.

WORK_SPACE Gallery's Call for Artists: Roots Run Deep

Roots Run Deep is an exhibition dedicated to celebrating and examining the multifaceted nature of Indigenous heritage. We are seeking works that explore the unbreakable links between past, present, and future. Whether through traditional techniques passed down through generations or contemporary interpretations of identity, this exhibit aims to provide a platform for Indigenous voices to share their stories, struggles, and triumphs. New England artists age 16+ with a connection to indigenous heritage are invited to submit up to 3 pieces of art. All mediums are accepted.

Submission Deadline: July 24, 2026

Call for Artists & Businesses: Imagining Gloucester's Future

The city of Gloucester seeks applications from artists, artist teams, and businesses interested in creating one-of-a-kind window murals on Main Street. Selected artists will be matched with participating businesses to create a hand-painted temporary mural on display during the second half of 2026. The themes of these murals is "Imagining Gloucester's Future." Artists will design murals that will envision the future of Gloucester through community, art, fishing, tourism, geography, and more. The murals should not be considered advertising for the participating business. Interested in participating? Contact Miranda Aisling Hynes, mhynes@gloucester-ma.gov or 978-325-5237

Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

 

Rhode Island State Council for the Arts Teaching Artist Roster

Applications for its directory of approved arts educators, the Rhode Island Teaching Artist Roster, will close on Aug. 1. The Roster, listed on the New England Foundation for the Arts’ CreativeGround platform, is a widely used public resource for educators and individuals, who are looking to engage an artist for arts learning, residencies or projects.

Application Deadline: August 1st

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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