Applications are now open for the Bellagio Center Residency Program 2027, a prestigious fully funded residency hosted by the Rockefeller Foundation in Italy. The residency takes place at the renowned Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center, offering participants the opportunity to live and work in one of Europe’s most inspiring locations.
The program brings together individuals from diverse fields—including artists, researchers, scientists, writers, and policymakers—to collaborate on innovative ideas that address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Each year, around 100 leaders and creative thinkers from across the globe are selected to participate in this unique residency.
Participants will spend 26 days at Lake Como, where they will have time, space, and resources to develop new projects, research, and creative work while engaging with other global changemakers.
Program Details
- Host Country: Italy
- Location: Bellagio, Lake Como
- Host Organization: Rockefeller Foundation
- Duration: 26 Days
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 20 March 2026
Financial Benefits
The Bellagio Center Residency is a fully funded program that provides the following benefits:
- Travel expenses to and from Italy
- Accommodation at the residency center
- Meals during the program
- A private studio or workspace for research or creative work
- A four-week residency experience at Lake Como
This support allows participants to focus entirely on developing impactful ideas and projects.
Program Objective
The main goal of the residency is to support innovative solutions to major global challenges. The program welcomes individuals from a wide range of professions, disciplines, and perspectives who are working on projects that can create meaningful change.
The residency also encourages collaboration among participants, enabling them to exchange ideas and build partnerships across different sectors and areas of expertise.
Priority Program Themes
While the program is open to leaders from many fields, there is special interest in projects related to the following themes:
- Food as Medicine: Improving access to affordable healthcare and nutrition
- Artificial Intelligence and the Sustainable Development Goals
- Women, Girls, and Climate Change
- Migration and Climate Challenges
- Water and Climate Sustainability
- Energy Systems and Climate Solutions
- Health Systems and Climate Impact
- Food Systems and Climate Change
- Climate Finance and Sustainable Investment
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Have strong English language proficiency
- Submit the entire application in English
- Be available to fully participate during the residency period
- Finalists invited for interviews must provide two letters of recommendation
The program welcomes applicants from diverse professional and creative backgrounds, including research, policy, arts, and social innovation.
Required Documents
Applicants will need to submit the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Short video introduction
- Letters of reference (for shortlisted applicants)
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application online through the official application portal.
Applications will be reviewed by the selection committee, and final decisions are expected by December 2026.
VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO COMPLETE THEIR APPLICATION
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