November 2025 Artist Opportunities: Grants, Fellowships & Residencies for a Season of Gratitude & Giving
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- Nov 12
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As we enter a season of reflection and generosity, we’re reminded of the power of art to connect, heal, and inspire change. This month’s opportunities celebrate both the artist’s journey and the organizations that make creative work possible. From research fellowships that honor the past to public art grants shaping more just futures, these programs reflect a spirit of gratitude for artists and the vital roles they play in our communities.
🎓 Fellowships & Research
1. Folger Shakespeare Library – Artistic Research Fellowships (Washington, DC – Research-Based Art)
Artists exploring early modern world histories, concepts, and objects may apply for 1-3 month fellowships. Includes $4,000 per virtual month or $5,000 per onsite month to support primary research.
📅 Deadline: January 15, 2026
2. Morgan-Menil Fellowship (NYC/Houston – Drawing Research)
Supports independent research on drawing throughout art history with a monthly stipend of $4,000–$5,100, plus travel allowance between New York and Houston.
📅 Deadline: December 15, 2025
3. Folger Shakespeare Library - Long-term Public Humanities Fellowships (Washington, DC – Early Modern Research)
$70,000 for 9 months of full-time research and public humanities projects focused on the early modern world (1400-1800). Open to scholars, artists, writers, and community leaders.
📅 Deadline: December 15, 2025
🔗 Submit
🎨 Residencies & Grants
4. Yaddo Artist Residency (Saratoga Springs, NY – Multidisciplinary)
Fully-funded residencies from two weeks to two months for writers, visual artists, musicians, and filmmakers. Includes room, board, and studio space.
📅 Deadline: January 6, 2026💰 Fee: $35
5. Bobby Anspach Studios Foundation – 2025 Artist Grant Program (National – Visual Arts)
Unrestricted grants supporting art that deepens empathy, human connection, and climate awareness. Two $50,000 and three $8,000 awards available.
📅 Deadline: December 30, 2025
6. Wave Farm – Media Arts Assistance Fund (New York State – Sound/Moving Image)
Grants up to $7,500 for completion or presentation of sound, moving image, and emergent technology artworks.
📅 Deadline: January 15, 2026
🔗 Apply
7. Mentorship Residency Program (Massachusetts – BIPOC Artists)
Pairs national/international artists with local artists for collaborative residencies focused on mentorship, skill-sharing, and network building.
📅 Deadline: Rolling
🏛️ Public Art & Competitions
8. Public Art for Spatial Justice(Massachusetts – Public Art)
Grants of $15,000–$30,000 for Massachusetts-based artists and organizations creating public art that explores spatial justice.
📅 Deadline: December 2, 2025
🔗 Submit
9. Sony World Photography Awards: Student Competition 2026 (Global – Photography Students)
Free-to-enter competition with theme "Together." Winners receive Sony equipment, London trip, and exhibition at Somerset House.
📅 Deadline: November 27, 2025
🔗 Enter
💝 Support & Resources
10. Musicians Foundation Grants (National – Professional Musicians)
One-time financial assistance for musicians in need to help cover essential bills and expenses.
📅 Deadline: Rolling
🔗 Get Help
11. Discounted Rehearsal Space Program(NYC – Performing Artists)
Prioritizing BIPOC and underserved artists, this program offers $15/hour studio rentals in Lower Manhattan.
📅 Availability: Monday–Sunday, 10AM–10PM
✨ Final Notes
Season of Giving: Several major grants (#5, #8) support art that builds empathy and justice
Research Opportunities: #1–#3 honor historical scholarship while supporting contemporary creation
Student Focus: #9 offers global exposure for emerging photographers
Immediate Needs: #10–11 provide practical support for working artists
Which opportunity helps you give back through your art? Share your plans below!
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