The Greene Fellowship, a nonprofit organization supporting contemporary artists, announced $100,000 in total funding for the 2026 award cycle, expanding its reach to include Western North Carolina for the first time. The fellowship will award two unrestricted grants of $50,000 each, one to an artist in Colorado and one to an artist in Western North Carolina. Previously limited to Colorado, this expansion reflects the organization's commitment to supporting artists in diverse regional contexts.
In addition to financial support, selected fellows will receive mentorship, professional development resources, and community-building opportunities aimed at fostering long-term career sustainability. The fellowship emphasizes trust-based funding, allowing artists to maintain autonomy over their creative practice. Executive Director Hannah Agosta stated, 'By expanding into Western North Carolina, we are deepening our commitment to artists working in diverse regional contexts and recognizing the vital role they play in their communities.'
Applications are open through CallforEntry.org with a deadline of January 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM MT. Eligibility details and guidelines are available at www.greenefellowship.com. The Greene Fellowship, founded in 2022 in memory of Bradford W. Greene, aims to support visionary artists in creating meaningful work and fostering cultural discourse within their communities.
