LIFT: Early Career Support for Native Artists - 2026 Application

About the Open Call

Native Arts + Cultures Foundation (NACF) is accepting applications for the LIFT: Early Career Support for Native Artists program. This initiative is designed specifically to support early-career Native artists through various services and professional development. Applicants will be notified of their status in July 2026. The program emphasizes providing plenty of time for artists to complete their submissions through the Submittable platform.

What is Offered

Program services, early career support, and professional development resources.

Requirements

Applicants must be early-career Native artists. Full eligibility requirements, including program services and review criteria, are detailed on the NACF website.

How to Apply

Applicants must log in or create a Submittable account. Complete all required questions in the online application form and upload necessary supporting materials. Drafts can be saved and returned to later. Applications must be submitted by clicking the 'Submit' button by the deadline.