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Working Assumptions' 2026 Project Grants

Working Assumptions   /   Deadline: 06/01/26

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Working Assumptions' 2026 Project Grant Application is now open!
Each year, Working Assumptions awards six unrestricted Project Grants of $10,000 each to support photography and photo-based art projects that explore the everyday give-and-take of family, caregiving, and interdependence. They believe visual storytelling can illuminate the complexities of family life today — fostering compassion and sparking reflection and dialogue around these themes. They welcome photography-focused proposals across artistic, therapeutic, educational, and research contexts.
Funding is unrestricted. All submitted projects must be designed for public consumption. There is no fee to apply.
Applications close June 1, 2026. Learn more at workingassumptions.org/grants

Photo Credit: Pablo Unzueta (@pablounzueta_)

Fees

None

Eligibility

Who Should Apply: This opportunity is for individuals and/or collaborations (not organizations) across multiple disciplines with a focus on visual storytelling and family.

Residency: Applicants must be residents or citizens of the United States, have a U.S. tax ID number or Social Security number, and have a U.S. bank account.
Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Eligibility: Applicants cannot have been employees or grant recipients of Working Assumptions within the last two years.

Requirements

How to Apply: Applications must include personal details, a resume/CV, examples of the current project, related past work, a project description, and a budget. The application window is between May 1 and June 1. For more details and to apply, visit https://workingassumptions.grantplatform.com/.

Awards

Six $10,000 (USD) unrestricted photography grants.

Considerations

For any questions, please contact us at grants@workingassumptions.org.

Contact Information

Working Assumptions
1700 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

W: https://www.workingassumptions.org
E: grants@workingassumptions.org