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2026-27 Franklin Furnace FUND for Performance Art
Annual grants of $2,000-$10,000 to support early-career artists in creating major new performance art works to be presented in New York City. The Fund prioritizes avant-garde, time-based, and experimental work that is vulnerable due to institutional neglect, cultural bias, ephemerality, or politically unpopular content. Initiated in 1985 with support from the Jerome Foundation.
Who can apply
Early-career performance artists worldwide (not currently enrolled in degree programs) who create original work and can present in New York City. Uses Jerome Foundation's definition of early-career.Perks & benefits
- Online information session (February 4, 2026)
- Video/photo documentation for Franklin Furnace Archive
- Inclusion in alumni network
- XENO Prize opportunity for eligible LGBTQ+ artists in U.S. states with gender-affirming care restrictions (additional $5,000)
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