Yves Klein Foundation Research Grant 2026: Funded Residency for Emerging Scholars

The Yves Klein Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a new research grant program. Its purpose is to support the renewal of scholarship dedicated to the artist and to encourage deeper exploration of his work, ideas and enduring creative legacy.

The first research grant will be launched in spring 2026 and from 2027 onward, the Foundation will award two grants per year. The program includes a residency and a stipend of CHF 6,000. It is intended for emerging researchers of any nationality and aims to foster new narratives, situate the artist’s work within a broader cultural context, shed light on its resonance with contemporary societal and ecological challenges and consider its reception across diverse geographies.

Through this initiative, the Foundation seeks to support a new generation of researchers by promoting mobility, facilitating access to resources and offering dedicated scholarly guidance.

WHO CAN APPLY ?
Researchers under 35 years of age, holding a PhD or postdoctoral degree, of any nationality and country of residence, conducting research in art history, aesthetics, or the humanities.

RESIDENCY DATES
Autumn 2026 — no later than the first half of December 2026.
Exact dates will be defined with the selected grantee.

RESIDENCY DURATION
One week, corresponding to five working days on site.

AVAILABLE FUNDING
A research grant of CHF 6,000 to support research and writing.
Travel and accommodation costs if any, are covered by the Yves Klein Foundation.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Monday, 15 June 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Central European Time)

RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT
Notification to applicants: July 30, 2026
Public announcement on yvesklein.com: September 10, 2026

Download the application file for Yves Klein Research Grant #01
For any questions, please write to the following address: [email protected]