What does the Program Offer?

Selected residents will have the opportunity to spend up to four weeks at The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center in Lake Como, Italy. They will receive room and board, including a private studio for working, and become part of a shared community of up to 15 scholars, artists, and practitioners from around the world. Travel funding is available for those with financial need, and residents will have the chance to join an international network of Bellagio Center alumni.

Projects and Themes:

We are currently accepting applications for the 2025 Bellagio residency, with a focus on two particular themes: Addressing Climate Change and Building Vibrant, Connected, and Resilient Societies. Under these themes, we are seeking leading thinkers and organizations working on solutions to climate change and challenges related to building resilient societies.

How to Apply:

Applications are open now until April 25, 2024. Interested candidates can apply through our website by submitting an application and going through a competitive review process.