Water for Life Photography Grant – Photographers

Water for Life Photography Grant supports documentary photographers worldwide to make an impact in underserved communities where there is a lack of clean water. The grant provides funding of up to $6,000 USD plus mentorship, exhibition opportunities, and inclusion in the annual photo book to every successful applicant. Applications are due by January 15, 2026.

About The Water for Life Photography Grant

The Water for Life Photography Grant is sponsored and managed by The Photo Humanity Grant, a global photography platform that supports visual storytelling that addresses humanitarian and social issues. This award program aims to support 10 photographers who raise awareness of areas and regions facing a scarcity of clean water. The grant awards $6,000 with mentorship and inclusion in the annual photo book world photo exhibitions for up to 10 successful applicants. 

Funding Size

• Typical grant amount: $6,000
• Maximum award: $6,000
• Project duration supported: April 5, 2026

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Who Can Apply to the Water for Life Photography Grant

• • Eligible organisation types: Documentary photographers
  • Registration requirements: Applicants must submit a portfolio of previous works in PDF format.
  • Geographic eligibility: Worldwide

• Sector or thematic focus:

• Documentary photographers addressing water scarcity and humanitarian issues..

Application Process

• Register on the official grant website.
• The application form will be sent via email
• Complete the application form and include project concept, portfolio and water project photos.
• Submit the application before January 15, 2026.

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Required Materials

• Portfolio of previous works in PDF format
• Submits 10-20 images
• Artificial intelligence photos are not accepted
• Provides the concepts and themes for photography projects.

Key Dates

• Application Open: November 15, 2025
• Application deadline: January 15, 2026
• Finalist selection: January 25, 2026
• Project delivery timeline: April 5, 2026

Selection Notes

• • The grant is competitive, with only 10 awards available. 

• Priority focus areas:

• • Water scarcity
  • Environmental challenges
  • Humanitarian and social development

• Exclusions:

• Previously awarded project.
• Projects that do not focus on photography

Official Source of the Water for Life Photography Grant

• Official Application Page: https://photohumanity.org/en/grants/