AIA25 Emerging Professionals Grant

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Architects Foundation offer a grant opportunity for emerging professionals to attend the 2025 AIA Conference on Architecture and Design. This grant provides complimentary conference registration and access to career resources, the latest trends in the building industry, networking opportunities, and potential employment opportunities. The grant seeks applicants who are early-career professionals passionate about change in the architecture profession and bring critical perspectives to business, workplace culture, equity, leadership, design, technology and climate action. The 2025 AIA Conference on Architecture and Design takes place in Boston, MA, June 4-7, 2025, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Recipients will receive free AIA25 registration valued at $599, access to select conference events, 1:1 career coaching, ARE support materials, opportunities to meet with grant winners and AIA leaders, and appointment as an ambassador for the AIA25 emerging professional audience. The grant is one-time only and not awarded to past grant winners.