About the Open Call

Grants for Artist Projects (GAP) provide $1,500 in unrestricted funding for artists to support the creation of new work, progress on existing projects, or professional development needs. Selection is based on artistic excellence, clarity of vision, and project impact. The program prioritizes Black and Indigenous artists, artists in rural areas, and LGBTQIA+ artists through a racial equity lens in the review process.

What is Offered

$1,500 grant

Requirements

Must be 18+ years of age, a resident of Washington State at time of application and payment, and an individual artist or artist team. Applicants cannot have received a GAP grant from 2021-2025, or another Artist Trust grant in 2026. Students currently enrolled in graduate or undergraduate programs are ineligible.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via Submittable. Create an account on Submittable once the application period opens on May 18, 2026. Review the Guidelines and Reference Guide before applying.