Grant for MFA Graduates in Visual Art
Deadline: August 1, 2025 – Developed by artists for artists, the I I I Artist Fund awards a $1000 grant to a recent MFA graduate in Visual Art.
Submission Fee: Free
Eligibility: This grant is open to US-based recent MFA graduates in Visual Art. Candidates must demonstrate a strong research-based practice that responds to contemporary contexts. Multidisciplinary and conceptual artists working in mediums including, but not limited to, drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile, installation, performance, sound, and video are encouraged to apply.
About the grant: Founders Jamie Zimchek and Shannon Cleere met during graduate school, where their respective studio practices evolved around a shared appreciation for research coupled with a consideration of cultural and socio-political contexts. Given the current political climate, artists who challenge dominant narratives can face scrutiny, funding difficulties, or censorship. Zimchek and Cleere created the III Artist Fund to assist artists navigating their post-graduate practice in these uncertain times while reinforcing broader art community connections.
The use of the grant funds is not restricted; we only ask that the recipient give a short artist talk within six months of receiving the award, which will be recorded and posted to I I I Artist Fund’s website.
The first application cycle ends August 1, 2025, with grant monies awarded no later than September 15, 2025.
All submissions must include the following:
CV
Artist Bio (150 words)
Statement (350 words)
10 work samples
Applicants will be notified no later than September 15, and the award disbursed by September 30, 2025.
