2027 Fellowship Open Call

About the Open Call

The Amplify Arts Fellowship supports artists working outside conventional art spaces to investigate civic histories and ecologies. Selected fellows receive $10,000 for project-based work, mentorship, and critical feedback. The program aims to foster community among artists and requires a one-year commitment from January 2027 to January 2028. Applicants must reside within the Omaha/Council Bluffs Metro Area.

What is Offered

$10,000 in project funding, individualized mentorship, and cohort-based professional development.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years old and maintain residence within the Omaha/Council Bluffs Metro Area (Washington, Douglas, Cass, Sarpy, and Saunders counties in Nebraska; Pottawattamie, Mills, and Harrison counties in Iowa).

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the Submittable platform. Required components include an Artist Statement, Project Description, Project Budget, Work Sample, and Works Cited page.