Grants to Individuals

Deadline: September 15, 2026, 5 p.m. Central Time

About the Opportunity

The Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts offers an annual open call for individual applicants to receive project-based grants. Two grant types are available:

• Production and Presentation grants (up to $20,000) that support exhibitions, installations, films, videos, new media, publications, and other public programs.
• Research and Development grants (up to $10,000) that fund travel, archival research, documentation, materials, and related costs.

Applicants must submit an Inquiry Form (available July 17, 2026) by the deadline. Selected candidates are invited to submit a Proposal Form, with final proposals due in February 2027. Grants may be used for projects beginning after June 15, 2027, and must be completed within one year (R&D) or two years (Production & Presentation).

The Foundation does not fund academic degree work, general operating costs, or K-12-focused projects. A committed producer is required for Production & Presentation grants. Funding is open to individuals worldwide, with a focus on projects that create, develop, and communicate significant ideas about architecture, design, and related fields, and that include public dissemination in English. Travel expenses may be covered; accommodation is not provided. The Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Eligibility

• Individuals are eligible to apply for Production and Presentation grants and Research and Development grants.

What's Offered

• Up to $20,000 for Production and Presentation grants.
• Up to $10,000 for Research and Development grants.
• Travel support and funding for production, presentation, research, development, materials, equipment, documentation, exhibition costs, and other project expenses.