Deadline: 22-Oct-2025
The British Council has launched a new grant program aimed at strengthening the creative economy in Ukraine by supporting the growth and resilience of creative hubs and professional associations or unions.
These organizations, which play a vital role in shaping the cultural and creative industries, will be able to apply for grants of up to £10,000 to support their own development. A total of five projects will be funded under the 2025–2026 competition.
The initiative is designed to help organizations innovate, expand, and respond to the challenges and opportunities of Ukraine’s evolving creative landscape. Grants could be used for projects such as introducing new services for veterans within creative communities, conducting research to understand how audiences have shifted during the war, or making websites more accessible to creative entrepreneurs with disabilities. Each project is expected to contribute to strengthening the broader ecosystem of culture and creativity in Ukraine.
Eligible applicants include creative hubs, which act as spaces that connect creators, businesses, and communities, fostering cultural and business growth both offline and online. These hubs are recognized for their role in generating cultural and creative value for local and national economies. Also eligible are professional associations and unions that represent specific sectors such as design, film, music, architecture, publishing, and advertising. These bodies are expected to promote professional development, advocate for sectoral interests, establish standards, provide legal and educational support, and attract funding and partnerships to strengthen their industries.
By targeting organizations at the heart of the creative economy, the British Council’s program aims to not only support immediate development needs but also to lay the groundwork for a stronger, more connected, and more resilient cultural sector in Ukraine.
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