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Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists
Queer|Art
About the Open Call
The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists sheds light on the under-recognized contributions of Black trans women visual artists and provides critical support to their continuing work. The grant provides a $10,000 award to one winner and $1,250 to four finalists. Winning artists and finalists will receive additional professional development resources and further guidance to bolster their creative development in the field.
What is Offered
One $10,000 grant and four $1,250 finalist awards, plus professional development resources.
Requirements
Qualified artists must be self-identified Black trans women and trans femmes working in visual art and based in the United States.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted via the SlideRoom portal: https://queerartmentorship.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/88730
Key Information
Deadline
July 2, 2026
Location
United States
Categories
Compensation
paid
This call is no longer accepting applications.