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$4,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Fall 2026

The Hopper Prize · US

Deadline: November 17, 2026
Who can apply: Open to all countries
Disciplines: painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking, visual arts
Age: 18
The Hopper Prize is open to all artists aged 18 and older working in any media. There are no restrictions on genre, subject matter, or media. We welcome entries in all media.
What it gives: 4,500 USD · publication
2 artists will each receive a $4,500 (USD) grant $1,000.00 – 4 artists will each receive a $1,000 (USD) grant 30 artists will have their work archived at hopperprize.org A selection from the submissions will be featured on our Instagram feed @hopperprize Grant recipients and shortlisted artists will
What it asks: 10 images · artist statement · fee $40, paid to the organiser, not ArtFond
To apply for a grant, you only need to submit this information: Name & Email Instagram Username (optional) Up to 10 Image or Video attachments Artwork captions Artist Statement & Biography (optional)

The Hopper Prize offers $4,500 and $1,000 grants to artists and photographers worldwide. The prize aims to increase recognition and advance artists' careers by providing financial support and visibility.

Open the organiser's page Prepare the application with ArtFond

ArtFond doesn't accept applications or collect entry fees. We put together a PDF portfolio from your works, plus your CV and statement if they're on your site. You apply on the organiser's page.

Before you apply: a chapter from our guide on putting an application together (PDF)

Source: NYFA. Last checked October 15, 2026.

Most applications ask for a PDF portfolio, a CV and a statement. ArtFond assembles all three from an artist's site.

$4,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Fall 2026

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