About the competition
ArtFundMe is a UK-based, independent creative award that gives one artist an unrestricted $1,000 (USD) grant every quarter to support what comes next in their practice. Eighteen more artists receive Honourable Mentions and may be featured editorially.
The Autumn 2026 cycle is open to artists and creatives aged 18 and over, anywhere in the world, working in any medium and at any stage – emerging, self-taught, returning, mid-career or established. You don't need formal training or gallery representation.
Share examples of your work and the story behind it. A panel reviews every application against published criteria; it is based on skill and judgement, not chance. You keep copyright of your work.
Judging criteria: strength of creative work 35%; originality / personal voice 20%; story, journey or lived experience 25%; clarity of purpose 10%; emotional, creative or cultural impact 10%.
Application fee: $35 USD, non-refundable. Opens: Friday 18 September 2026. Deadline: Friday 20 November 2026, 11:59pm UK time. Winner announced Thursday 24 December 2026.
More information: https://artfundme.com – contact hello@artfundme.com
The Autumn 2026 cycle is open to artists and creatives aged 18 and over, anywhere in the world, working in any medium and at any stage – emerging, self-taught, returning, mid-career or established. You don't need formal training or gallery representation.
Share examples of your work and the story behind it. A panel reviews every application against published criteria; it is based on skill and judgement, not chance. You keep copyright of your work.
Judging criteria: strength of creative work 35%; originality / personal voice 20%; story, journey or lived experience 25%; clarity of purpose 10%; emotional, creative or cultural impact 10%.
Application fee: $35 USD, non-refundable. Opens: Friday 18 September 2026. Deadline: Friday 20 November 2026, 11:59pm UK time. Winner announced Thursday 24 December 2026.
More information: https://artfundme.com – contact hello@artfundme.com
Prize
Cash
$1,000 USD unrestricted grant
Deadline
November 20, 2026
in 3 weeks
Eligibility
Open to everyone
Open worldwide unless noted.
