Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
The Caribbean Culture Fund (CCF) has launched its second call for proposals to support short-term intra-Caribbean residencies and fellowships. Ten grants of USD 5,000 will be awarded to eligible cultural organizations with residential capacity to host up to two artists from another Caribbean country or territory between June and September 2026.
Programme Overview
This call focuses on strengthening artistic collaboration and mobility within the Caribbean region by supporting structured, short-term residencies and fellowships.
The initiative aims to:
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Foster creative exchange and collaboration across artistic disciplines
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Promote innovation within diverse cultural contexts
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Create meaningful opportunities for artistic growth
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Facilitate connections between artists, institutions, and communities
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Strengthen the Caribbean’s cultural and social ecosystem
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Encourage cross-border participation within the region
Selected artists must engage in:
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At least one public activity, and
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One virtual event hosted by the CCF
Funding Details
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Number of grants: 10
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Grant amount: USD 5,000 each
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Eligible beneficiaries: Cultural institutions and organizations with residential capacity
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Implementation period: June – September 2026
The grant must fully cover residency-related costs for up to two artists from another Caribbean country or territory, including:
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Visa expenses
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Travel
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Accommodation
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Meals
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Interpretation services (if required)
Eligible Artistic Disciplines
Residencies and fellowships are open to practitioners from any artistic discipline, ensuring broad representation across the Caribbean’s creative sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Be registered cultural organizations, institutions, or companies
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Demonstrate proven residential capacity
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Have the ability to host international artists in a safe and supportive environment
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Be based in:
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Countries and territories within the Caribbean Sea
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Central and Latin American continental countries/territories with Caribbean coastlines and strong historical connections to the region
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Priority Considerations
Priority will be given to organizations that:
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Have hosted residencies within the past three years
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Have preselected the participating artist(s) at the time of application
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Present a clear and realistic proposal aligned with the proposed budget
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Demonstrate practical feasibility within the June–September 2026 timeframe
Project Requirements
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Residencies must host artists from a Caribbean country or territory different from that of the applicant
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At least one public-facing activity must be organized
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Artists must participate in a CCF-hosted virtual event
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All activities and reporting must be completed between June and September 2026
Application Guidance
Applicants are encouraged to:
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Present proposals in a clear and concise manner
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Align objectives closely with the proposed budget
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Account for logistical and practical implementation constraints
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Demonstrate readiness to execute within the limited timeframe
FAQs
1. Who can apply?
Registered cultural organizations, institutions, or companies with demonstrated residential capacity in eligible Caribbean-related territories.
2. How much funding is available?
Ten grants of USD 5,000 each.
3. Who can be hosted?
Up to two artists from another Caribbean country or territory.
4. What costs are covered?
Visa, travel, accommodation, meals, and interpretation related to the residency.
5. When must residencies take place?
Between June and September 2026.
6. Are public activities required?
Yes. At least one public activity and one CCF-hosted virtual event participation are mandatory.
Conclusion
Through this second call, the Caribbean Culture Fund reinforces regional artistic mobility and collaboration by investing in short-term residencies that connect creators, institutions, and communities. By supporting structured exchange and public engagement, the programme contributes to a stronger, more interconnected Caribbean cultural ecosystem.
For more information, visit CCF.