IAPS Global Grants

IAPS Global Grants

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PASTEL SOCIETIES

IAPS Grant

IAPS Global Grants

IAPS Member Societies are eligible to apply for an IAPS Global Grant. The application process is now closed. The awardees will be announced by March 15, 2025.

Each society awarded a grant will have until March 15, 2026, to complete the project. Awardees will be required to produce a culminating presentation of their project to be presented at the 2026 IAPS convention.

IAPS Grant

IAPS Global Society Grant

PURPOSE:
The IAPS Global Society Grant provides the opportunity for IAPS Member Societies worldwide to advance pastel knowledge to their members and/or spread the appreciation of the pastel medium to the public.

Eligibility: Open to IAPS Member Societies in good standing.
Award: Four grants of $1,000 USD each will be awarded across three global regions.

IAPS Grant Videos

Check out some of our past Global Grant Projects.

IAPS Grants

Winners of The 2026 IAPS Global Society Grants

These four Societies were each awarded $1000.

  • PASTEL SOCIETY ALASKA
    The Alaska Pastel Society held Art for the Heart. Twenty painters from Alaska who had never used pastels were invited to try them and receive some instruction. It was a way to fill their hearts with beauty and creativity.

  • PASTEL SOCIETY OF THE SOUTH WEST
    The Pastel Society of the South West’s mission was to educate people about pastel and to draw attention to the endangered Warbler. This project not only brought that attention, but their society increased in participation and volunteerism.

  • PASTEL SOCIETY OF PAKISTAN
    The Pastel Society of Pakistan’s mission was to reach and educate emerging artists, art students, and seasoned professionals, building a stronger and more connected pastel community. The IAPS grant helped the society hold a large scale event that was not previously possible.

  • PASTEL SOCIETY OF NEW MEXICO
    The Pastel Society of New Mexico’s goal was to introduce the incredible medium of pastels to outlying communities in New Mexico. Four community libraries were chosen to help coordinate the effort. Each held an exhibition and opening reception, “The Magic of Pastel”.

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What We Do

International Association of Pastel Societies is dedicated to fostering a global community of pastel artists and advocating for this unique art form.

Unify Pastel Societies

We bring together pastel societies from around the world, creating a network of shared knowledge, resources, and opportunities.

Promote Excellence

We showcase the highest standards of pastel artistry through exhibitions and our biennial convention.

Advocate For Pastel Art

We work tirelessly to increase the visibility and recognition of pastel art in globally.

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The cornerstone of IAPS is our commitment to fostering connections and facilitating the exchange of ideas. We believe that by coming together, we can elevate the art of pastel and support each other in our artistic journeys.

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