About the foundation
Foundation House is a global, independent arts organization that operates primarily through its Artist Residency Program. Founded on the belief that meaningful artistic practice requires both time and critical engagement, the foundation provides space for artists to develop work without the pressures of commercial or institutional expectations. Its ethos is rooted in process over product, encouraging residents to pursue research, experimentation, and dialogue rather than finished outcomes. Over the years, Foundation House has cultivated a reputation for supporting emerging and mid-career artists whose practices often resist easy categorization, spanning visual arts, literature, performance, and interdisciplinary forms. The residency is typically self-directed, with minimal structured programming, allowing artists to shape their own experience. While the foundation maintains a low public profile, its impact is felt through the sustained careers of those who have participated.
Funding opportunities
3 listedClosedDeadline · 2026-09-07
Foundation House Artist Residency Program
ClosedDeadline · 2026-09-07
Foundation House Artist Residency Program
ClosedDeadline · 2026-09-07
Foundation House Artist Residency Program
Application guidance
Artists should approach Foundation House with a clear sense of their own process and a willingness to work independently. The residency does not provide structured mentorship or production facilities, so applicants must articulate how they would use unstructured time and space. Proposals should focus on the questions driving the work rather than a polished project description. Since the foundation operates globally, applicants should be prepared to adapt to different locations and contexts. Demonstrated need for time and critical distance is valued over career milestones. The selection committee looks for authenticity and a thoughtful engagement with one's practice, not buzzwords or overblown statements. It is advisable to research past residents and the foundation's understated ethos before applying.