Creative Futures Fellowship
The Creative Futures Fellowship at University of Colorado Boulder funds and mentors arts, humanities, and social science projects to turn innovative ideas into real-world impact through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Funder: University of Colorado Boulder
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Pre-Application Workshop registration deadline (projected) | April 2027: Full application submission deadline for Creative Futures Fellowship (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 total available; individual grants of $5,000, $15,000, or $25,000 per project.
Summary: Supports CU Boulder teams in the arts, humanities, and social sciences to advance creative projects into impactful real-world outcomes through funding, mentorship, and collaboration.
Key Information: Only CU Boulder faculty, staff, or students eligible as PI; interdisciplinary teams required for higher funding levels.
Description
The Creative Futures Fellowship at the University of Colorado Boulder is designed to empower researchers, inventors, and creators in the arts, humanities, and social sciences to transform innovative ideas and creative works into real-world impact. The fellowship provides funding, mentorship, and a collaborative cohort environment to help participants deliver projects that strengthen communities, foster positive social change, or create economic opportunities. Fellows benefit from practical skill-building, interdisciplinary networking, and opportunities to showcase their work to the public, with support from the Venture Partners mentor network and the Support Studio.
