The Van Evera Bailey Fellowship from the Oregon Community Foundation funds innovative architectural research and projects that advance the profession and benefit Oregon communities.
Funder: Oregon Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 25, 2026
Funding Amounts: $50,000 fellowship; single award per cycle; one-year project term typical
Summary: Fellowship supports architects and related professionals in Oregon to advance their careers and contribute to the profession and community through innovative projects.
Key Information: Annual competition; administered by the Architecture Foundation of Oregon in partnership with OCF.
The Van Evera Bailey Fellowship is an annual award established by the Oregon Community Foundation to foster the professional development of architects and related design/building professionals in Oregon. The fellowship encourages innovative proposals that not only promote individual growth within the field of architecture but also generate meaningful contributions to the profession and the broader community. Projects may address research, community engagement, public space, sustainability, social justice, or other topics that advance the art and science of architecture in Oregon.