FREE ENTRY / The Lighton International Artists Exchange Program (LIAEP) - Open Call 2026

Applications will be accepted from November 1st, 2025 until January 15th, 2026. Applications received after midnight, US-CDT, January 15th, 2026 will not be considered for this round.

Applications will be accepted online, in English, via this website. Please do not send paper or other materials.

You will be able to save and edit mid-process, before submitting your final application.

This grant program supports most direct costs associated with proposed travel and residency related expenses. These costs include, but are not limited to airfare, transportation, meals, artist supplies, residency costs and living expenses. LIAEP award requests are limited to a maximum of $7,000 US currency per applicant.