Artists, Writers and Scholars Program
Supports creative projects blending art and science to enhance public understanding of Georgia’s coastal and marine environments.
Funder: Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 5 awards per cycle; $1,000–$5,000 per award; 1-year project period
Summary: Funds creative projects that blend art and science to foster public understanding of Georgia’s coastal environments and culture.
Key Information: Only Georgia residents whose work relates to the state’s coastal or marine environments are eligible.
Description
This program supports artists, writers, and scholars whose creative projects illuminate and promote understanding of Georgia’s coastal, ocean, and marine environments. Funded by the Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant, the initiative aims to strengthen the intersection of artistic expression and scientific insight, with the goal of increasing public awareness, documenting local history and heritage, and offering new perspectives on Georgia’s unique coastal resources. Supported projects may include, but are not limited to, painting, sculpture, photography, poetry, music, film, digital media, and interdisciplinary works.
