Good news if you are based outside of Southern California: geographic restrictions have been lifted, opening this opportunity to a wider range of organizations. Make sure to update your timeline, as the anticipated Letter of Intent deadline has moved significantly earlier to March 2026. Additionally, implementation funding details have been updated, with major projects and collaborations now eligible to receive up to $530,000.
Funder: Getty Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Letter of Intent) | June 2026 (Full Application/Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Research grants typically $25,000–$120,000; implementation grants and programming support can exceed $100,000 per project.
Summary: Supports innovative projects that unite art and science, foster civic dialogue, and promote climate literacy through exhibitions, research, and public programs.
Key Information: Eligibility is not limited to Southern California-based organizations, but projects should have strong art-science integration; no fiscal sponsorships allowed.