The Iowa Artist Fellowship Program from Iowa Arts and Culture supports exceptional Iowa artists with funding and professional development to advance creative practice and enrich the state's arts community.
Funder: Iowa Arts and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: $10,000 per fellow (one-year award; 75% upfront, 25% post-report)
Summary: Supports exceptional Iowa artists with funding and professional development to advance their creative practice and enrich the state’s arts community.
The Iowa Artist Fellowship Program, administered by the Iowa Arts Council within Iowa Arts and Culture, provides direct support to individual artists who demonstrate exceptional creativity and a commitment to enriching Iowa’s arts landscape. The program combines an unrestricted grant with professional development and networking opportunities, aiming to empower artists at pivotal points in their careers. Fellows are selected based on excellence, innovation, readiness for career advancement, and demonstrated public engagement in Iowa’s arts community.