Grants, Fellowships & Prizes
2026 International Sculpture Award of the China Medical University - Asia University System
Among its most significant landmarks is the CMU MoFA, the only project in East Asia designed by Frank Gehry, laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Ahead of the museum’s official inauguration, and in alignment with CMU’s mission to advance contemporary art, support original and visionary practices, and embody “University/Education, Hospital/Health, Art/Sustainability” which are the three core themes of the China Medical University–Asia University System, the “2026 International Sculpture Award of the China Medical University–Asia University System” has been launched.
Deadline: December 19, 2025
Deadline: 19 December 2025
Submission Fee: Free
Eligibility: Individual artists or art groups at home or abroad are eligible. The entries can be original or existing pieces, created independently under the name of the individual or group. A maximum of two entries per individual/group is allowed for submission. 3-dimensional or spatial installation art; must use weather-resistant materials for permanent outdoor display. Minimum one dimension (L, W, or H) must be 300cm.
About the call: Among its most significant landmarks is the CMU MoFA, the only project in East Asia designed by Frank Gehry, laureate of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Ahead of the museum’s official inauguration, and in alignment with CMU’s mission to advance contemporary art, support original and visionary practices, and embody “University/Education, Hospital/Health, Art/Sustainability” which are the three core themes of the China Medical University–Asia University System, the “2026 International Sculpture Award of the China Medical University–Asia University System” has been launched.
What You Get: The Award consists of one Gold Award, one Silver Award, and one Bronze Award, along with nine Honorable Mentions. The 12 finalists selected in the preliminary review for the final review automatically agree to permanent collection of their works by China Medical University. The final allocation of awards shall be determined by the results of the final review. Details of the awards and prizes are as follows. The total Prize Reward exceeds NT$ 20,000,000. Gold Award: 1 winner, with a cash prize of NT$1,800,000 and an acquisition fee of NT$1,400,000, totaling NT$3,200,000. Silver Award: 1 winner, with a cash prize of NT$1,000,000 and an acquisition fee of NT$1,400,000, totaling NT$2,400,000. Bronze Award: 1 winner, with a cash prize of NT$500,000 and an acquisition fee of NT$1,400,000, totaling NT$1,900,000 Honorable Mention: 9 winners, with an acquisition fee of NT$1,400,000.
Bobby Anspach Studios Foundation Grant Program
The Bobby Anspach Studios Foundation launches its inaugural grant program to support creatives and researchers whose work deepens dialogue on meditation, psychology, creativity, and collective engagement as vital pathways to harmony and health. The foundation will award two grants of $50,000 and three grants of $8,000.
Deadline: December 30, 2025
Deadline: December 30, 2025.
Submission Fee: Free
Eligible Media and Practices: This grant welcomes artists working in any medium or approach, including but not limited to:
Visual Arts: Painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, mixed media
Sculpture and Installation: Large-scale, intimate, indoor, outdoor, or site-specific works
Digital and New Media: Video, animation, virtual reality, interactive media, web-based projects
Performance and Time-Based Media: Live performance, dance, theater, sound art, music
Community and Social Practice: Participatory projects, community organizing through art, educational initiatives
Documentary and Narrative Media: Film, photography, storytelling, podcasting
Craft and Material Arts: Textile arts, ceramics, woodworking, metalwork, or other material practices
Interdisciplinary Practices: Any combination of the above or innovative hybrid approaches
About the grant: The Bobby Anspach Studios Foundation launches its inaugural grant program to support creatives and researchers whose work deepens dialogue on meditation, psychology, creativity, and collective engagement as vital pathways to harmony and health. The foundation will award two grants of $50,000 and three grants of $8,000.
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MAKE Thesis Grant
The MAKE Thesis Grant champions and spotlights emerging talent by directly funding original animated thesis projects (short films). Senior BFA/BA and MFA/MA animation students (and teams) are welcome to apply. Prizes available include $3,000 for first place, $2,000 for second place, and $1,000 for third place.
Deadline: November 4, 2025
Deadline: November 4, 2025.
Submission Fee: Free
Eligibility:
Senior BFA/BA, MFA/MA Animation Students: Applicants should be pursuing a degree or diploma in animation, digital arts, or a related field at an accredited educational institution and should be at the last year of their studies. *Proof of enrollment may be required during the application process.
Teams Welcome: Teams of students can apply. Applications will be evaluated on a project-by-project basis, with each project assessed independently. Please do not apply with the same project multiple times; one person should submit the application, ensuring that all production partners are listed in the form.
International Applicants are Welcomed: The grant is open to students from all countries and regions. Due to restrictions on direct fund transfers, funds will be used directly to cover production costs, including payments to talent and third parties, ensuring compliance with international student regulations.
Commitment to Animation: Candidates must demonstrate a passion for animation and a strong commitment to pursuing a career in the field.
About the grant: The MAKE Thesis Grant champions and spotlights emerging talent by directly funding original animated thesis projects (short films). Senior BFA/BA and MFA/MA animation students (and teams) are welcome to apply. Prizes available include $3,000 for first place, $2,000 for second place, and $1,000 for third place.
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The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2026
The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is a major program providing exceptional opportunities for creators and filmmakers.
Deadline: December 16, 2025
Deadline : 16 December 2025
Submission Fee: Free
Who can apply: Anyone
About the award: The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is a major program providing exceptional opportunities for creators and filmmakers.
What you get: The shortlisted filmmakers are flown to Los Angeles for an exclusive four-day event to gain unparalleled insight into all aspects of the filmmaking process to advance their careers. After the workshop program the filmmakers will attend an awards ceremony at Sony Pictures Studios.
Hopper Prize, $4,500 Artist Grants
The Hopper Prize is accepting submissions for $4,500 and $1,000 artist grants. For this open call, they have increased awards to $4,500. They will be providing 6 grants totaling $13,000 USD. 2 artists will each receive $4,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000. This is an international open call. All media is eligible. This open call provides you with a direct path to get your work in front of an international community of curators, artists, gallerists, and arts administrators. Additional exposure is available via a 30 artist shortlist, online journal, & Instagram reaching over 150k.
Deadline: November 11, 2025
Deadline: November 11, 2025
Submission Fee: $40
About the prize: The Hopper Prize is accepting submissions for $4,500 and $1,000 artist grants. For this open call, they have increased awards to $4,500. They will be providing 6 grants totaling $13,000 USD. 2 artists will each receive $4,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000. This is an international open call. All media is eligible. This open call provides you with a direct path to get your work in front of an international community of curators, artists, gallerists, and arts administrators. Additional exposure is available via a 30 artist shortlist, online journal, & Instagram reaching over 150k.
The Homiens Art Prize ($12,000 Awarded Annually)
The Homiens Art Prize, which awards over $12,000 USD annually to artists, is an internationally celebrated event that elevates art careers to new heights. Open to all art forms and artists internationally. Artworks completed in any year are eligible, and there are no theme or size restrictions. This round, 3 winners (3 x $1,000) and 12 finalists exhibit with Homiens, 200 artists highly commended. Winners receive optional interview and letter of recommendation. All entrants may also apply to our competitive, merit-based Meet the Artists initiative, and to become a Homiens Promoted Artist.
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Submission Fee: There is a $25 USD fee to enter 1 artwork, and a $15 USD fee to enter each additional artwork thereafter.
Eligibility: All artists throughout the world may enter.
About the prize: The Homiens Art Prize, which awards over $12,000 USD annually to artists, is an internationally celebrated event that elevates art careers to new heights. Open to all art forms and artists internationally. Artworks completed in any year are eligible, and there are no theme or size restrictions. This round, 3 winners (3 x $1,000) and 12 finalists exhibit with Homiens, 200 artists highly commended. Winners receive optional interview and letter of recommendation. All entrants may also apply to our competitive, merit-based Meet the Artists initiative, and to become a Homiens Promoted Artist.
Henry Moore Institute Grants & Fellowships
The Henry Moore Institute is a world-recognised centre for the study of sculpture. We host a year-round programme of exhibitions, conferences and lectures, as well as developing research and publications, to expand the understanding and scholarship of sculpture. Each year we offer a number of Fellowships to enable artists and researchers to develop their work.
Deadline: Quarterly Reoccurring
Deadline: Quarterly Recurring
Submission Fee: Free
The Henry Moore Institute is a world-recognised centre for the study of sculpture. We host a year-round programme of exhibitions, conferences and lectures, as well as developing research and publications, to expand the understanding and scholarship of sculpture. Each year we offer a number of Fellowships to enable artists and researchers to develop their work.
New Projects and Commissions
Awarding grants for exhibitions, exhibition catalogues and commissions that aim to encourage new thinking about sculpture.
Research and Development
Enabling both individuals and organisations to conduct extensive research projects where sculpture is the focus.
Artist Research Fellowships are intended for artists to develop their practice through research, using the Institute’s resources. The fellowships will support a range of visual arts practices and outcomes generated through research into sculpture and its histories.
Research Fellows will be given the opportunity to spend a month in Leeds. In addition we will support up to two six-week Senior Fellowships, which are intended to give established scholars time and space to develop a research project free from usual work commitments.
DEADLINES:
Winter
Applications now 1 February 2025, 9:00
Submissions close 1 March 2025, 23:00
For projects starting, or opening to the public, no sooner than 1 July 2025
Spring
Applications open 1 May 2025, 9:00
Submissions close 1 June 2025, 23:00
For projects starting, or opening to the public, no sooner than 1 October 2025
Summer
Applications open 1 August 2025, 9:00
Submissions close 1 September 2025, 23:00
For projects starting, or opening to the public, no sooner than 1 January 2026
POLLOCK-KRASNER FOUNDATION GRANT
The Foundation provides financial resources for visual artists to create new work, acquire supplies, rent studio space, prepare for exhibitions, attend a residency and offset living expenses.
The Foundation welcomes, throughout the year, applications from visual artists who are painters, sculptors and artists who work on paper, including printmakers. There are no deadlines. Grants are intended for a one-year period of time. The size of the grant is determined by the individual circumstances of the artist. Professional exhibition history will be taken into consideration. Artists must be actively exhibiting their current work in professional artistic venues, such as gallery and museum spaces.
Ongoing application.'
Deadline: Ongoing
Deadline: Ongoing
Award Info: The Foundation will review expenditures relating to an artist's professional work and personal expenses and amounts range up to $30,000.
About the grant: The Foundation provides financial resources for visual artists to create new work, acquire supplies, rent studio space, prepare for exhibitions, attend a residency and offset living expenses.
The Foundation welcomes, throughout the year, applications from visual artists who are painters, sculptors and artists who work on paper, including printmakers. There are no deadlines. Grants are intended for a one-year period of time. The size of the grant is determined by the individual circumstances of the artist. Professional exhibition history will be taken into consideration. Artists must be actively exhibiting their current work in professional artistic venues, such as gallery and museum spaces.
Ongoing application.
Requirements: Artists can apply to The Pollock-Krasner Foundation by submitting an online application. Requirements for consideration are the application form, a cover letter, a current resume including an exhibition record, and ten digital images of current work with a corresponding identification list. All applications will be promptly acknowledged and considered. Please do not send application forms by mail, fax or e-mail.