LIFT–Early Career Support for Native Artists

Native Arts and Cultures Foundation

The LIFT–Early Career Support for Native Artists program provides one-year awards for early-career Native artists to develop and realize new projects. Fellows’ work should aim to uplift communities and advance positive social change. Eligible applicants must be individual Native artists working in dance/choreography, fiction/poetry writing, film/video, multi-disciplinary arts, music, performance art, theater and screenplay writing, traditional arts, or 2D/3D visual arts. LIFT provides a comprehensive suite of services, including $15,000 awards. Up to 20 artists will be selected to receive LIFT awards.

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  • Deadline: Apr 08, 2026 (Estimated)*
  • Work Experience: 0-5
  • Location: North America
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Residency: United States
*Please check the program's website to confirm deadlines.
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