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ECOCA Open Call 2026
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Group Exhibition curated by Larry Ossei-Mensah (Sept 27-Nov/Dec 2026)
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No one will be denied a submission, if one cannot afford the $35 fee please email info@elycenter.org with "Pay it Forward Fund Scholarship Request” in the subject line.
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Open Call Submission Application Fee
This is the application fee for one entry for the ECOCA Open Call 2025. We strive to offer our space and platform to all artists regardless of ability to pay/financial circumstance. Our "Pay It Forward Fund" is here to offer scholarship support for the Open Call, thanks to the help of our generous supporters. Please do not hesitate to tap the PIFF if you need it. Email aburg@elycenter.org to apply with subject line "Pay it Forward."
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