Artists, Writers and Scholars Program
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Artists, Writers and Scholars Program supports artists, writers and scholars in creating art and literature that deepens public understanding of Georgia’s coastal environments, communities and heritage.
This grant was recently updated
This year’s application window is now closed, replacing the previously listed May 1, 2026 deadline. The funder also added descriptions of five 2026–2027 supported projects.
Funder: Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Applications due)
Funding Amounts: Up to five awards of $1,000–$5,000; latest published award period: July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027
Summary: Supports professional-quality art and literature that advances public understanding of Georgia’s coastal environments, communities, culture and heritage.
Key Information: Applicants must be artists, writers or scholars who live in Georgia.
Description
Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Artists, Writers and Scholars Program supports creative work that blends artistic expression and scientific insight to deepen appreciation of Georgia’s coast. It funds professional-quality art and literature that increases awareness of coastal, ocean and marine environments, improves understanding of coastal communities, or documents the coast’s history, culture and heritage. The program seeks to strengthen artistic voices and reach broad, cross-cultural audiences.
Supported forms include painting, murals, graphic art, sculpture, indoor and outdoor installations, musical composition, photography, poetry, science fiction, film and digital media. Applicants are encouraged to explore collaborations with Sea Grant-funded researchers or program staff.
