The Alexia Foundation: Student Production Grant

 

The Best Photography Grants and Scholarships in 2026

(Specifically the Alexia Foundation Grant): This is widely considered one of the most prestigious grants in the world for documentary photographers. They provide financial support to students to produce stories that drive change.

The student winner receives a grant to study and a $1,000 stipend to serve as a research assistant. If you have a project focusing on social or environmental issues, this would be great to consider!

Read more about the opportunities here: https://petapixel.com/photography-grants-scholarships/