LSI Grant Recipients

Open to all photographers, the LSI grant provides financial support for deserving, talented photographers with the goal of expanding their reach to larger audiences. Grant recipients are featured LSI’s acclaimed Viewfinder quarterly journal, have the chance to be featured in a Leica Gallery, and more.

The grant is awarded each October at the LSI annual meeting. The applications process is announced during the summer preceding the annual meeting. Check back regularly for details and the link to apply.

The LSI 2025 Women in Photography Grant Recipient

Leica Society International (LSI) is proud to announce its third Women in Photography Grant recipient for 2025- Irina Werning! The $10,000 grant is made possible via the LSI Philanthropy Fund and in partnership with Leica North America. In addition to the financial award, Ms Werning will receive a new Leica camera and lens, courtesy of Leica NA. LSI is committed to supporting the photography community, especially the voices of under-represented, deserving photographers.

Congratulations to Irina Werning!

LSI’s 2025 Women in Photography Grant Recipient