The Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation 2026 Grant for Writing on Sculpture

In this grant program, the Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation’s goal is to encourage and support sculptors as well as writers on sculpture, both emerging and established.

The Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation encourages submissions from sculptors and writers of all backgrounds. It does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, socioeconomic status, education, or disability.

The selection process for the JBSF Grant for Sculpture includes two rounds of panel review:

• Round 1: Applicants will submit a Project Proposal, CV, and writing samples, and will answer a series of questions.
• Round 2: Applicants selected to advance will be required to submit a project timeline, itemized budget, proof of eligibility, and two letters of recommendation (details below).

The jury panel will consist of three people chosen by the JBSF. Panel reviews will take place in closed sessions. Evaluation is based on the vitality of the proposal, the potential of the project to contribute to the applicant’s artistic development and to the field of sculpture, the responsiveness of the project to the Foundation’s mission, and confidence in the applicant’s ability to complete the project within a year. Please review this page for more information.

Requirements

You are eligible to apply for the sculpture grant if you meet the following requirements:

• You are an individual.
• You are a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or you hold an O-1 Visa.
• At least one example of your writing has been published within the last five years (between January 1, 2021, and the present).
• You are not currently enrolled in a degree-granting program.
• You are not an employee, consultant, or board member of the Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation, or an immediate family member of such a person.

Application Instructions

Applications are due on May 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EST.

Submit your appication via this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxY911X3yjVgFD5JDeUxIQ6DntLELysUIGDKKk0mFHyRl1Hw/viewform