THE SCHRUCKER FELLOWSHIP
The International Campaign for Tibet is pleased to announce the launch of the Schrucker Fellowship for the Arts. This fellowship is dedicated to supporting Tibetans working in the fields of contemporary art, creative writing, film and theater.
THE SCHRUCKER FELLOWSHIP
The International Campaign for Tibet is pleased to announce the launch of the Schrucker Fellowship for the Arts. This fellowship is dedicated to supporting Tibetans working in the fields of contemporary art, creative writing, film and theater.
APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY AND DETAILS
Tibetans from any country are eligible to apply. Tibetans working for organizations may apply on behalf of the organization, provided that the applicant is central to the implementation of the project’s work.
Non-Tibetans are ineligible for grants from this fellowship.
The total grant amount for the 2025-2026 cycle is $20,000. Projects can receive funding from $500 to to $3,000.
APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY AND DETAILS
Tibetans from any country are eligible to apply. Tibetans working for organizations may apply on behalf of the organization, provided that the applicant is central to the implementation of the project’s work.
Non-Tibetans are ineligible for grants from this fellowship.
Applicants will be selected based on the merit of their work, and a demonstrated ability to deliver on stated goals. The fellowship aims to support applicants’ effort to reach new levels in their career, and all are encouraged to apply with current needs and ideas, irrespective of their status as emerging, mid-career, or established in their field of work.
The total grant amount for the 2025-2026 cycle is $20,000. Projects can receive funding from $500 to $3,000.
TIMELINE AND FORMS
| Applications period opens | September 17, 2025 |
| Applications period closes | October 19, 2025 |
| Applications sent to Advisory Board after vetting by a select group of Tibetan advisors | November 2025 |
| Notification and Distribution of grant funds | December 2025 |
| Mid-Year report from grant recipient | July 2026 |
| Final grant report due from grant recipient | December 2026 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the Schrucker fellowship?
The fellowship aims to support and nurture emerging or established artists by providing financial resources.
Themes for consideration include contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Tibetans from any country are eligible to apply. Tibetans working for organizations may apply on behalf of the organization, provided that the applicant is central to the implementation of the project’s work.
Non-Tibetans are ineligible for grants from this fellowship.
Submit your application here for the Schrucker Fellowship for the Arts here »
Yes. And we encourage you to read the application thoroughly. Please write to [email protected] if you still have questions.
No. You must submit your application using the application form. This is so we can make sure all grant applications are considered equitably. You have the option to upload additional information at the end of the application, including photos and other details.
If you submit a grant application without using the form, it will be returned to you so that it can be submitted properly.
No, but two references are required in order to submit your application.
Although both grants support Tibetans working in the fields of art, the Rowell Fund focuses on themes of environment/conservation, women’s empowerment, literature, photography and humanitarian projects. The Schrucker Fellowship focuses on contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Yes.
The total grant amount for the 2025-2026 cycle is $20,000. Projects can receive funding from $500 to $3,000.
No.
Yes.
If you are selected as a grantee, you will be contacted in December.
Yes. There are no limitations on how many times you can apply during the period that grant applications are accepted.
Yes, you must submit a budget. If you are seeking living support, you will need to include your expenses.
Yes, you can upload photos of your art or other information within the application.
You can review the whole application before submitting it here »
The application has some questions that are required. You must answer them in order to submit your application.
Send an email to [email protected].
TIMELINE AND FORMS
| Applications period opens | September 17, 2025 |
| Applications period closes | October 19, 2025 |
| Applications sent to Advisory Board | November 2025 |
| Applications sent to Advisory Board after vetting by a select group of Tibetan advisors | December 2025 |
| Mid-Year report from grant recipient | July 2026 |
| Final grant report due from grant recipient | December 2026 |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the Schrucker fellowship?
The fellowship aims to support and nurture emerging or established artists by providing financial resources.
Themes for consideration include contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Tibetans from any country are eligible to apply. Tibetans working for organizations may apply on behalf of the organization, provided that the applicant is central to the implementation of the project’s work.
Non-Tibetans are ineligible for grants from this fellowship.
Submit your application here for the Schrucker Fellowship for the Arts here »
Yes. And we encourage you to read the application thoroughly. Please write to [email protected] if you still have questions.
No. You must submit your application using the application form. This is so we can make sure all grant applications are considered equitably. You have the option to upload additional information at the end of the application, including photos and other details.
If you submit a grant application without using the form, it will be returned to you so that it can be submitted properly.
No, but two references are required in order to submit your application.
Although both grants support Tibetans working in the fields of art, the Rowell Fund focuses on themes of environment/conservation, women’s empowerment, literature, photography and humanitarian projects. The Schrucker Fellowship focuses on contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Yes.
The total grant amount for the 2025-2026 cycle is $20,000. Projects can receive funding from $500 to $3,000.
No.
Yes.
If you are selected as a grantee, you will be contacted in December.
Yes. There are no limitations on how many times you can apply during the period that grant applications are accepted.
Yes, you must submit a budget. If you are seeking living support, you will need to include your expenses.
Yes, you can upload photos of your art or other information within the application.
You can review the whole application before submitting it here »
The application has some questions that are required. You must answer them in order to submit your application.
Send an email to [email protected].
TIMELINE AND FORMS
Applications period opens
September 7, 2025
Applications period closes
October 14, 2025
Applications sent to Advisory Board
November 2025
Notification and Distribution of grant funds
December 2025
Mid-Year report from grant recipient
July 2026
Final grant report due
December 2026
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the Schrucker fellowship?
The fellowship aims to support and nurture emerging or established artists by providing financial resources.
Themes for consideration include contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Tibetans from any country are eligible to apply. Tibetans working for organizations may apply on behalf of the organization, provided that the applicant is central to the implementation of the project’s work.
Non-Tibetans are ineligible for grants from this fellowship.
Submit your application here for the Schrucker Fellowship for the Arts here »
Yes. And we encourage you to read the application thoroughly. Please write to [email protected] if you still have questions.
No. You must submit your application using the application form. This is so we can make sure all grant applications are considered equitably. You have the option to upload additional information at the end of the application, including photos and other details.
If you submit a grant application without using the form, it will be returned to you so that it can be submitted properly.
No, but two references are required in order to submit your application.
Although both grants support Tibetans working in the fields of art, the Rowell Fund focuses on themes of environment/conservation, women’s empowerment, literature, photography and humanitarian projects. The Schrucker Fellowship focuses on contemporary art, creative writing, film, and theater.
Yes.
The total grant amount for the 2025-2026 cycle is $20,000. Projects can receive funding from $500 to $3,000.
No.
Yes.
If you are selected as a grantee, you will be contacted in December.
Yes. There are no limitations on how many times you can apply during the period that grant applications are accepted.
Yes, you must submit a budget. If you are seeking living support, you will need to include your expenses.
Yes, you can upload photos of your art or other information within the application.
You can review the whole application before submitting it here »
The application has some questions that are required. You must answer them in order to submit your application.
Send an email to [email protected].
