Project Grants

Project Grants is a grant from the Ellis-Beauregard Foundation that funds project-based work by nonprofit organizations addressing social service, arts and culture, education, environment, and community development needs in Maine. The foundation supports organizations undertaking specific projects with clear goals, measurable outcomes, and defined timelines.

Eligible applicants are registered nonprofit organizations operating in Maine with a demonstrated history of effective programming and sound financial management. The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation accepts letters of inquiry from potential applicants before inviting full proposals. Grants are awarded twice annually following board meetings in spring and fall.

Organizations with ongoing relationships with the foundation may apply for consecutive project funding, though multi-year general operating support is not typically provided.

Project Grants - Ellis-Beauregard Foundation The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation announces project grants for Maine artists working in all genres. The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation offers five $10,000. 00 grants for projects completed within the grant year 2026.

We are interested in supporting bold, compelling, risk-taking work in and outside of the standard exhibition venue. Successful projects value unconventional approaches to art making, critical dialogue, collaboration, and new models of community interface. Applications may address a distinct chapter, aspect, or component of a larger project.

Interventions, site-specific installations, publications, curatorial projects, and web or media-based work are all welcome. Community engagement and collaboration in and outside the arts is encouraged A narrative, 10 work samples, a resume, and a budget are required. Failure to submit a final report will result in ineligibility for any further grants.

recipients must credit the Ellis-Beauregard Foundation in all public communication. Grant dollars will be delivered by December 2025 for the grant year 2026. Grant monies are taxable.

We are very excited to hear about your projects and encourage you to apply. This award is open to Maine Artists 18 years or over who are not enrolled as a student. Artist teams are welcome to apply.

Applicants will need to submit a narrative proposing their project, how they will bring it to the public, and approximate assignation of funds. Additionally, we require ten work samples and a resume. Applications will open on September 1 and close on October 1, 2026.

Please submit your application through submittable page. Lindsey French / Alex Young Join our newsletter to be the first to know about open calls and updates! Thank you for subscribing!