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title: Rbhu Gives Back 2026
description: >-
  Annual grant from Rbhu Engineering offering up to $12,000 in pro-bono
  structural engineering services for large-scale artworks.
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type: program
status: open
createdAt: '2026-10-11'
updatedAt: '2026-10-11'
programType: Grant
organization: Rbhu Engineering
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/rbhu-engineering'
deadline: '2026-10-15'
location: 'Berkeley, CA, United States'
isOnline: false
compensationRange: >-
  Up to $12,000 total worth of pro-bono structural engineering services: one
  full pro-bono project (up to $6,000) and two projects at 50% discounted
  services (up to $3,000 each)
---

# Rbhu Gives Back 2026

**Hosted by:** Rbhu Engineering

**Type:** Grant | **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States | **Deadline:** October 15, 2026

## About This Program

> "Structural engineering support for large-scale sculptural and public art projects"

At Rbhu Engineering, we take immense pride in our commitment to community service. This year, we are providing $12,000 worth of pro-bono engineering services with *Rbhu Gives Back*. Our *Rbhu Gives Back* grant program was started in 2019, and it has helped many artists in need realize their vision.

### What we are offering

Structural engineering services for any size artwork, which can include analysis, construction drawings, and permit documents, depending on the project's needs. Offerings will be broken down as follows:

- One full pro-bono project (up to $6,000 in free services)
- One project with 50% discounted services (up to $3,000 in free services)
- One project with 50% discounted services (up to $3,000 in free services)

### What we're looking for

Any art piece that needs structural engineering services is eligible for this program. We want to get a good idea of your concept so that we understand how we can best help you. Please answer the questions as best as you can. If we need additional information, we will reach out and ask you.

### What you need to provide

1. A completed application
2. Visual representation of your concept - this can be anything from a napkin sketch to a 3D model. If you don't have your idea fully flushed out yet, that's OK, just let us know in your application

### Important dates

- October 15th: Applications close
- Before end of the year 2026: Selected projects are chosen and applicants are notified

### Other important information

- We are licensed in several states in the U.S. and always looking for a reason to expand that list, even to outside the country, so don't let location stop you from applying.
- If you'd like for your project to be confidential, please state so on your application. We will respect confidentiality if requested. If an NDA is needed, please email us at rhugivesback@rbhu.org with the NDA attached.
- We will never share your personal information.
- If you have any questions, please email us at rbhugivesback@rbhu.org

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** All disciplines
- **Note:** Any art piece that needs structural engineering services is eligible for this program. The organization is licensed in several U.S. states and is open to expanding, so applicants are encouraged not to let location stop them from applying.

### Additional Requirements

- A completed application
- Visual representation of your concept (a napkin sketch, rendering, or 3D model)

## Compensation & Benefits

Up to $12,000 total worth of pro-bono structural engineering services: one full pro-bono project (up to $6,000) and two projects at 50% discounted services (up to $3,000 each)

**Includes:** Materials budget

One full pro-bono project (up to $6,000 in free structural engineering services), and two projects with 50% discounted services (up to $3,000 in free services each). Services can include analysis, construction drawings, and permit documents depending on the project's needs.

## What's Provided

- **Materials Support:** Available - Pro-bono or discounted structural engineering services including analysis, construction drawings, and permit documents.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** October 11, 2026
- **Deadline:** October 15, 2026

## Contact

**Email:** rbhugivesback@rbhu.org

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://form.jotform.com/261884721255361