[Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation](https://www.midatlanticarts.org)

August 2026 (full application, forecasted)

Typical award size varies; supports career advancement for individual Delaware artists.

Supports Delaware-based artists in advancing their creative careers through fellowships for professional development.

For Delaware residents only; all disciplines in the arts are eligible.

--- ## Description The Individual Artist Fellowship program, administered by Mid Atlantic Arts in partnership with the Delaware Division of the Arts, provides direct funding to Delaware-based creative artists to support their professional advancement. The fellowships are designed to help artists fulfill needs essential to their career growth, whether through the creation of new work, professional development, or other activities that further their artistic practice. The program utilizes independent jurors for application review and selection. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated full application deadline:** August 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts vary by year and discipline. - Fellowships typically support a range of career-advancing activities; check the program guidelines for updated award sizes. - Funding is non-matching and unrestricted for professional development. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individual artists residing in Delaware. - All artistic disciplines are eligible, including: - Folklife & Traditional Arts - Literary Arts - Multidisciplinary Arts - Performing Arts - Visual Arts - Applicants must meet Delaware residency requirements as outlined in the program guidelines. - Both emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [Mid Atlantic Arts SmartSimple portal](https://midatlanticarts.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp). - The process includes: - Submission of an application and required work samples. - Eligibility review by Mid Atlantic Arts staff. - Independent panel review and scoring. - Notification of results by email. - Recipients must sign a grant agreement and may be asked for additional documentation. - Final reporting is required at the end of the grant period. --- ## Additional Information - The program is highly competitive and reviewed by independent jurors. - Artists interested in serving as panelists for future cycles can [express interest here](https://forms.office.com/r/SghFzmQ2hK). - Stay informed about application openings by [signing up for the Mid Atlantic Arts newsletter](http://www.midatlanticarts.org/newsletter-sign-up/). - Useful resources for applicants, including sample work guides and grant writing tips, are available on the [Mid Atlantic Arts Useful Links page](https://www.midatlanticarts.org/resources/useful-links/). --- ## External Links - [Delaware Artist Fellowships program page](https://www.midatlanticarts.org/opportunity/delaware_artist_fellowships/) - [Application portal (SmartSimple)](https://midatlanticarts.smartsimple.com/s_Login.jsp) - [Panelist Interest Form](https://forms.office.com/r/SghFzmQ2hK) - [Newsletter sign-up](http://www.midatlanticarts.org/newsletter-sign-up/) - [Artist resources and useful links](https://www.midatlanticarts.org/resources/useful-links/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | Jackie Domenus | Program Director, Fellowships | [fellowships@midatlanticarts.org](mailto:fellowships@midatlanticarts.org) | 410.539.6656 | | Grants Team | General Inquiries | [grants@midatlanticarts.org](mailto:grants@midatlanticarts.org) | |

Individual Artist Fellowships - Delaware Division of the Arts

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