Investing in the Future of Architecture and Design
Since its launch, The Architectural League’s Next Generation Fund has been dedicated to supporting early- and mid- career designers through the League Prize and Emerging Voices programs. These initiatives have recognized and celebrated hundreds of visionary individuals and collectives, providing them with a platform to share their ideas and shape the future of the built environment.
The success of the fund’s first phase would not have been possible without the extraordinary contributions of the Emerging Voices and League Prize alumni (more details here). Their vision and leadership have established a strong foundation for the Next Generation Fund and its mission to foster creativity, innovation, and professional growth in architecture and design. We are deeply grateful for their lasting impact and are proud to honor their role in this journey.
As we enter the next phase of the fund, we are excited to expand its scope to include the League’s Student and Mentorship Programs. These newer but well established initiatives provide students and young professionals with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. By integrating them into the Next Generation Fund, we are ensuring that these programs have the resources to continue thriving, creating a pipeline of support for architects and designers at key stages of their development.
This evolution broadens the scope of the League’s ability to empower the next generation of architects and allied practitioners, building on the strong foundation laid by the Emerging Voices and League Prize communities.
What the fund supports
The Next Generation Fund underpins four of the League’s foundational programs:
Emerging Voices
League Prize
Student Program
Mentorship Program
Why it matters
By uniting these programs under the Next Generation Fund, we are enhancing our ability to cultivate talent across the spectrum—from students taking their first steps into the field to professionals building and testing new areas of practice. This holistic approach ensures participants have access to mentorship, resources, and recognition when they need it most.
How can you help
Without dedicated support, it is often only young and emerging designers with the personal means to invest in their own development who are able to stand out. This creates barriers for many talented individuals whose ideas and voices could profoundly shape the future of architecture and design but who lack the means to develop and share their ideas. By expanding the Next Generation Fund, we aim to mitigate those barriers, working together toward a world wherein access and opportunity is driven by creative potential, not financial resources.
The success of the Next Generation Fund depends on the generosity of those who believe in the power of design—and designers—to change our world for the better. Your support will enable the League to continue investing in the architects, designers, and thinkers who have the potential to redefine and shape the future of our built environment.
If you would like to support the Next Generation Fund, please make a gift using the League’s online contribution form and select Next Generation Fund from the dropdown menu when choosing your area of support.