Grants for Artist Projects (GAP)
The GAP program offers $2,500 unrestricted grants to Washington State artists in any discipline, prioritizing artistic excellence and support for marginalized and underrepresented communities.
Funder: Artist Trust
Due Dates: June 22, 2026 (Full application) | September 7, 2021 (Full application, previous cycle)
Funding Amounts: $2,500 per award | 65 awards in 2026 | One-time, unrestricted, project-based grant
Summary: Unrestricted $2,500 project grants for individual artists or artist teams in any discipline residing in Washington State, with a focus on equity and supporting marginalized communities.
Key Information: Applicants must not have received a GAP from 2021–2025 or any other Artist Trust grant in 2026.
Description
The Grants for Artist Projects (GAP) program provides $2,500 unrestricted, project-based grants to 65 individual artists or artist teams working in any discipline across Washington State. The grant is designed to support artists at any stage of their creative process, enabling them to use the funds for artist fees, materials, equipment, space rental, research travel, documentation, professional development, marketing, and other project-related expenses. The selection process prioritizes artistic excellence, clarity of vision, and the potential impact of the award on the artist’s life, with a strong commitment to racial equity, geographic diversity, and support for marginalized communities—especially Black and Indigenous artists, rural artists, and LGBTQIA+ artists.
