The Walker Youngbird Artist Grant

Through the foundation’s artist grant program, Native American and Indigenous artists are provided with financial support, mentorship, and a dedicated showcase celebrating a completed project.

Applications close February 19, 2025

  • Grant

    $15,000 grant over a six month period to fund the creation of an innovative new project.

  • Mentorship

    Monthly check-ins to support artist’s progress as they work to complete the project.

  • Showcases

    Two special events showcasing work to curators, collectors, and leaders in the arts.

Grant Application

    • 18 years or older

    • Currently reside in the United States

    • An enrolled member or citizen of a US federally-recognized or state-recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native corporation, of Native Hawaiian ancestry, or of the First Nations of Canada. Documentation must be provided.

    • Practicing artist working in the disciplines of one of the following:
      2D visual arts | 3D visual arts | Video arts | Multi-Disciplinary arts | Traditional arts

  • Funds can be used for materials, studio space, travel for research, or any other resources necessary to create a new project.

    Artists should be prepared to provide photos, video, and general updates of their progress so that we can share their journey.

    Tips:

    • We’re looking for artists with work grounded in tradition, and innovative in execution.

    • 02/19 Applications close

    • 02/16 Applicant selected and notified

    • 03/04 Artist announced


Questions?

If you have any questions about the Walker Youngbird Foundation grant, please contact us at tc@walkeryoungbird.org