2026 Sachs Program Student Grants Information Session
October 16, 2025
12:00pm
Annenberg Center
The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation 2026 grant cycle opens in the fall of 2025 and culminates in a grant awards announcement celebration in the spring of 2026. Design by Elaine Lopez.
The Sachs Program for Arts Innovation will host an information session on Thursday, October 16, to discuss our 2026 Student Grants, including a review of the application process, essential information for applicants, and general recommendations for crafting a successful proposal.
This event is free and open to the University of Pennsylvania community.
- Thursday, October 16, 2025
12:00–1:00 PM - Arts Lounge at the Annenberg Center
3680 Walnut St. (enter from the South Plaza)
University of Pennsylvania
During the information session, we’ll also reserve time for 2025 grantee Farrah Rahaman to discuss her experience applying for a Sachs Program grant and implementing her supported project.
A complete schedule of our 2026 grant cycle information sessions can be found on the Sachs Program website.
2026 Sachs Program Student Grants
At the end of September 2025, the Sachs Program announced the opening of our 2026 grant cycle, with a December 19, 2025, deadline for 2026 Student Grant applications.
Sachs Program Student Grants provide up to $3,500 to undergraduate and graduate students and student groups to support creative practices, including independent projects, thesis and dissertation-related work, programs, and initiatives that engage the student body or the broader public.
Sachs Program grants support innovative arts activities throughout the University of Pennsylvania community, aligned with our mission to support and inspire creative practice and practitioners across the university and Penn’s extended community.
Complete information about our grant opportunities and application guidelines can be found on the Sachs Program website.