The Ovissi Foundation is dedicated to supporting artists and programs created by individuals of Iranian descent and promoting Iranian art and culture.

Please see below the details and applications for the three upcoming 2027 Award Grants:

Modern Craft- Textile Award

Modern Craft- Glass Award

Master’s of Fine Arts Scholarship

At this time, our programming is dedicated to artists and non-profit institutions who are U.S. Citizens or whose central headquarters are in the United States, respectfully.

Modern Craft- Textile

$1000 Award

The submission deadline is March 1, 2027. Scholarships will be granted by May 1, 2027.

This award is to recognize artists of Iranian heritage that are continuing traditional or exploring contemporary interpretations of the art of textile. Work may or may not relate to ancient and traditional Iranian art, themes and culture. We are interested in many interpretations with these mediums.

Criteria

Interested in textile based art and craft, open to multi-media work
Open to diversity of subject matter and thematic exploration
Organizations are welcome to apply for special exhibitions or productions
Artists of Iranian Heritage who are US Citizens are welcomed to apply

The information about our Application and Materials Submission can be found on this google form.

Modern Craft- Glass Award

$1000 award

The submission deadline is March 1, 2027. Scholarships will be granted by May 1, 2027.

This award is to recognize artists of Iranian heritage that are continuing traditional or exploring contemporary interpretations of the art of glass. Work may or may not relate to ancient and traditional Iranian art, themes and culture. We are interested in many interpretations with these mediums.