Individual Artist Fellowship
Business Oregon's Individual Artist Fellowship supports outstanding Oregon performing artists in disciplines like dance, music, and theater through recognition and career development.
Funder: Business Oregon
Due Dates: October 14, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per fellowship; five fellowships awarded for 2027 cycle; no match required.
Summary: Supports the career development of outstanding Oregon performing artists through competitive fellowships.
Key Information: Only individual artists domiciled in Oregon for at least one year are eligible.
Description
The Individual Artist Fellowship, administered by the Oregon Arts Commission (Business Oregon), is designed to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of Oregon's professional artists and to encourage their continued career development. The fellowship alternates annually between performing and visual arts; the 2027 cycle focuses on performing arts disciplines such as choreography, dance, music composition, music performance, theater, performance art, storytelling, and puppetry. The program especially encourages applications from artists in underserved communities, including rural areas and communities of color. Fellowships are awarded primarily on the basis of artistic excellence as demonstrated in submitted work samples.
