Tulsa Artist Fellowship Opens 2027-2029 Applications with $150,000 Stipend

Applications for the Tulsa Artist Fellowship's 2027-2029 cycle open on April 7, 2026, with a deadline of May 7, 2026. Established in 2015 by the George Kaiser Family Foundation, this place-based program selects up to ten fellows per cycle through an open call. Fellows receive a comprehensive support package including a $150,000 stipend over three years, $12,000 annual housing stipend, health and relocation stipends, and fully subsidized private studio space. The three-year award requires residency in Tulsa, Oklahoma, from approximately January 2027 to December 2029. Eligibility requires applicants to be at least 25 years old with five years of professional experience and authorization to work in the United States. A national panel of arts professionals reviews applications, with strong proposals demonstrating innovative practice, community engagement, and connection to Tulsa's context. The fellowship emphasizes artists' role in shaping Tulsa's cultural identity and public discourse. Applications are submitted online through the fellowship's platform.