Angel Fund
The Angel Fund from Humboldt Area Foundation supports research on overlooked women photographers worldwide and Western American photographers through the Great Depression.
Funder: Humboldt Area Foundation (https://hafoundation.org)
Due Dates: November 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $500–$2,000 per award; funds must be used for research-related expenses only.
Summary: Supports research on under-researched women photographers internationally and Western American photographers through the Great Depression.
Key Information: Individuals and nonprofit institutions are eligible; funds cannot be used for salaries, equipment, or production costs.
Description
This program provides small research grants to support projects focused on the history of photography, specifically under-researched women photographers worldwide (past and present) and under-researched Western American photographers through the Great Depression. The fund is designed for both independent researchers and nonprofit institutions, offering financial assistance to advance scholarly work in these fields. Applications are evaluated by a panel of experts in photohistory and grantmaking, with an emphasis on the quality, feasibility, and significance of the proposal.
