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This fellowship seeks to support Bay Area artists whose practice has been significantly shifted by a life-changing illness, providing unrestricted stipends.
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Get matched →The Sarah K. Delson Fellowship Program, established in the name of San Francisco artist Sarah Delson, is a partnership between The Drawing Room and the de Young Museum. It is designed to bolster Bay Area artists whose practice has been significantly shifted by a life-changing illness. The yearlong fellowship provides unrestricted stipends of up to $17,500 for each artist.
This Fellowship was established after San Francisco artist Sarah Delson passed away on May 4, 2023. It is established in Delson’s memory, inspired by her passion for making art and honoring the essential role it played in her life. The Drawing Room played an important role in Delson’s artistic development during her final years. The Museums (the de Young and Legion of Honor) were likewise important, serving as inspirations for how museums can support art and artists as well as enhance local communities. Delson’s work was featured in The de Young Open in 2020.
The Drawing Room will be accepting nominations from partner institutions beginning in December 2026 for next year’s awards. The Fellowship was created by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco in conjunction with the Drawing Room and is made possible by contributions in Delson’s honor from her family, friends, and broader community.
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