About the Open Call

The Fine Arts Work Center invites applications for its 2026-2027 Fellowship Program, offering 7-month residencies for both Writing and Visual Arts. This program supports artistic freedom and nurtures creative connections. The Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship, awarded annually to an emerging woman writer of exceptional promise who is a permanent resident of the U.S. and has not published their first book, fully funds the residency and includes a $2,500 prize. There is no separate application for this fellowship; all eligible candidates are automatically considered. Additionally, the Fellowship Access Fund provides one-time awards ranging from $500 to $2,500 to selected candidates with particular financial needs, helping to cover extraordinary expenses that may prevent them from accepting or fully participating in the Fellowship. There is no separate application process for the Access Fund. For more information, please visit the Fellowship program details and FAQs.

What is Offered

7-month residency, $2,500 prize for Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellows, and one-time awards from $500 to $2,500 from the Fellowship Access Fund.

Requirements

Applicants for the Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship must be permanent residents of the U.S. and may not have published their first book in the standard edition. The general fellowship targets emerging artists and writers.

How to Apply

Applicants for the Writing Fellowship should apply via Slideroom by December 15, 2025, using the provided link. Applicants for the Visual Arts Fellowship should apply via Slideroom by February 6, 2026, using their respective link. No separate applications are needed for the Rona Jaffe Foundation Fellowship or the Fellowship Access Fund as eligible candidates are automatically considered.