[Oregon Community Foundation](https://oregoncf.org)

October 31, 2026 (Full application submission deadline for October 2026 cycle)

$50,000 per fellowship; one-year award; annual cycle.

Supports architects and related professionals in Oregon to develop creative proposals that advance architecture and benefit the profession and community.

Applications open August 2026; emphasis on Oregon-based professionals; award is taxable income.

--- ## Description The Van Evera Bailey Fellowship, administered by the Oregon Community Foundation in partnership with the Architecture Foundation of Oregon, is an annual fellowship designed to advance the professional development of architects and related professionals. The fellowship encourages creative proposals that foster the advancement of architecture and promote greater contributions to both the profession and the wider community. Projects can span research, public education, sabbaticals, collaborative initiatives, or other innovative activities that have a lasting impact on the applicant, the architectural profession, and communities in Oregon. --- ## Due Dates - October 31, 2026: Full application submission deadline for the Van Evera Bailey Fellowship (October 2026 cycle) Applications open in August 2026. *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship provides a $50,000 award per recipient, effective starting with the 2025 cycle. - Funding covers a one-year period and may support stipends, travel, lodging, materials, and other project-related expenses. - The award is considered taxable income. --- ## Eligibility - **Primary emphasis is on applicants based in Oregon** who seek to deepen and expand their impact in the built environment. - Eligible applicants include architects and related design and building professionals. - Individuals or teams may apply (joint applications allowed, e.g., architect + urban planner). - Projects must include follow-up activities to share results with the professional community and the public. - Current board members of the Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) are not eligible. - Past fellows have included licensed architects, designers, educators, and professionals with a demonstrated commitment to advancing architecture in Oregon. --- ## Application Process - Submit proposals electronically via the Submittable platform (free account required). - Application components: - Project description and thesis statement (500 words) - Description of project impact and intended beneficiaries (250 words) - Discussion of anticipated challenges (250 words) - Applicant qualifications and relevant experience (250 words) - Plan for disseminating project results to the public/professional community (250 words) - Project schedule/timeline/work plan - Attachments: Resume(s), itemized budget (including other sources of support), two to three letters of support, and a brief design portfolio - Selection is by a committee of design and building professionals in collaboration with OCF and AFO. - Finalists may be asked for more information or interviews. - Awardees are announced by December; the fellowship year begins January 1 of the following year. - Fellows will present their work at the annual Fellowship Reception after completion. --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is intended to support time for creativity, reflection, and deeper exploration of ideas that benefit the profession and community. - Examples of eligible activities include research, teaching, collaborations, public education projects, and writing. - Projects must demonstrate lasting value and include a plan for sharing results. - Information session typically held in September prior to the deadline (check program page for updates). --- ## External Links - [Oregon Community Foundation: Van Evera Bailey Fellowship Program Page](https://oregoncf.org/grants-and-scholarships/grants/the-van-evera-bailey-fellowship) - [Architecture Foundation of Oregon: Fellowship Details & Application](https://www.af-oregon.org/fellowships/van-evera-bailey-fellowship/) - [AFO: Past Fellows and Project Examples](https://www.af-oregon.org/fellowships/#past-fellows) - [Invitation for Proposals (sample)](https://architecturefoundation.app.box.com/s/mv0hidy9femswyl7hg28h0z7rry0higd) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |--------------|---------------------|----------------------------------|--------------| | Erica Rife | Executive Director, AFO | [erica@af-oregon.org](mailto:erica@af-oregon.org) | 971-357-3168 | | Oregon Community Foundation | General inquiries | [info@oregoncf.org](mailto:info@oregoncf.org) | (503) 227-6846 | ---

Van Evera Bailey Fellowship

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