Grants & Fellowships / Verified 2 September 2026
The Queens Museum and Jerome Foundation award $20,000 each to two emerging visual artists, plus mentorship, professional development, and a solo exhibition at the museum in 2028. Applicants must live in NYC's five boroughs for at least one year before January 2027, have 2-10 years professional experience, and no prior solo museum shows or major artist grants. Deadline: September 28, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 28, 2026
“September 28, 2026, 11:59 pm EST”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. $20,000 each for two artists, plus mentorship from an established NY artist, professional development, and a solo project exhibition at the Queens Museum in 2028
“$20,000 lump sum (paid in two installments covering artist fee, materials, production costs), professional development consultations from QM staff, mentorship from NY-based established artist (four sessions), solo exhibition at Queens Museum”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. One year (2027-2028), culminating in solo exhibition opening 2028
Who can apply. Emerging visual artists residing in NYC's five boroughs for at least one year prior to January 2027 and throughout fellowship. 2-10 years professional experience outside degree programs. No prior solo museum exhibitions or solo shows at est
“Emerging visual artists residing in NYC's five boroughs for at least one year prior to January 2027 and throughout fellowship.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose.
“Jury of two guest jurors and Queens Museum curatorial staff. Evaluated on strength of proposed project, overall practice, work samples, clear ambitious vision, readiness to expand/experiment, understanding of QM context. Shortlisted candidates invited for in-person interview in November.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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