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National Arts Futures Fellowship Program: Cohort Two

Early and mid-career arts and culture professionals apply for a six-month virtual leadership fellowship program.

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Deadline
20 days left
Entry fee
Free
Award
$250
Location
Unspecified
Exhibition window
Nov 1, 2026 → May 31, 2027

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About

Overview

The National Arts Futures Fellowship (NAFF) is a six-month virtual leadership program rooted in democracy, wellness, and belonging. Designed and curated by Creative West in partnership with South Arts, NAFF equips early and mid-career arts and culture professionals to step into their power as civic leaders and cultural innovators.

Program Details

  • Duration: November–May (6 months)
  • Format: Monthly 3-hour virtual sessions, small-group coaching, and cross-regional peer learning
  • Fellows: 25 leaders selected across the Creative West and South Arts regions
  • Cost: Free to participate

Key Dates

  • September 14, 2026: Open date
  • October 4, 2026, 11:59 p.m. MDT: Application deadline

Eligibility

Open to early and mid-career arts and culture professionals. Only individuals may apply.

Submission Limit

  • 1 submission per applicant

Funding Opportunity

Fellows may request $250–$1,000 in flexible funding to test, pilot, or implement their Personal Action Projects during the fellowship.

Award
Free participation; optional $250–$1,000 flexible funding to test, pilot, or implement Personal Action Projects
Entry fee
Free to enter
Entries per artist
Up to 1
Theme
A leadership program rooted in democracy, wellness, and belonging that equips arts and culture professionals to step into their power as civic leaders and cultural innovators.
Eligibility
Open to early and mid-career arts and culture professionals; only individuals may apply (1 submission limit).
Audience
Early and mid-career arts and culture professionals

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