Innovate Grant for Art + Photo, Summer 2026 Cycle

About this call

Innovate Grant awards two unrestricted $1,800 grants each quarter, one to a visual artist and one to a photographer. The Summer 2026 cycle closes on 17 September 2026. Applications require only name, email, category and images of the work, with no artist statement, project proposal or letters of recommendation. A non-refundable application fee applies; the amount is disclosed at the application step.

Who can apply

• International applicants
• Medium: Painting / Drawing / Printmaking / Photography / Sculpture / Mixed Media / Installation / New Media / Video
• Entry fee: $35
• Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, US + International, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. Non-refundable application fee USD 35. The organizer does not publish cycle deadlines on its site, so confirm the closing date on the application page before you apply.