Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant

Apply for the Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant, an annual cycle of unrestricted grants available to artists’ book publishers, made possible with the generous support of Wagner Foundation.

Now in its third year, the Publisher Work Grant program offers funding to independent presses with a history of artists’ book publishing, acknowledging awardees’ accomplishments in past work and providing the capacity-building funds to enable future book projects and publisher sustainability. In 2026, three unrestricted grants of $10,000 USD will be awarded to three independent artists’ book publishers. Printed Matter will also extend a featured exhibitor presence at a forthcoming Printed Matter NY or LA Art Book Fair to selected presses.

Applications will be reviewed by Printed Matter and a guest jury, taking into account past work and contributions of the imprint, the strength of upcoming projects outlined, and the potential impact of the award.

Learn more about the recipients of the award in 2024 and 2025.

Requirements

Read more about eligibility and see the FAQ here.

Application Instructions

Applications are now open through Sunday, October 4, 2026, 11:59pm EST.

Apply here.