Arts & Culture

Open Call: Community Grant Program 2026-2027 (Australia)

Deadline: 24-Aug-2026 The Mildura Rural City Council Community Grant Program provides funding to support not-for-profit community groups, organisations, and local initiatives that improve community wellbeing, participation, inclusion, sustainability, and cultural development. The … [Read more...] about Open Call: Community Grant Program 2026-2027 (Australia)

Request for Applications: Individual Artist Grant Program (Australia)

Deadline: 11-Aug-2026 The Individual Artist Grant Program provides funding to individual artists delivering community-based arts and cultural projects that benefit residents of Greater Dandenong, Australia. The program supports creative initiatives that strengthen community connections, promote … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Individual Artist Grant Program (Australia)

Grants for Strengthening Local Cultural Ecosystems (Ukraine)

Deadline: 04-Sep-2026 The European Local Culture Competition (LOT) provides grants ranging from UAH 155,000 to UAH 400,000 to support cultural projects that strengthen local cultural ecosystems, preserve Ukrainian heritage, and promote integration into the European cultural space. … [Read more...] about Grants for Strengthening Local Cultural Ecosystems (Ukraine)

Open Call: CHANGE Co-Production Course for Documentary Teams

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The CHANGE Co-Production Training Program is an international documentary development initiative that supports director-producer teams from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Sakartvelo (Georgia), Moldova, and Ukraine. The program provides free masterclasses, expert … [Read more...] about Open Call: CHANGE Co-Production Course for Documentary Teams

START: Artistic Project Development Grant Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The START: Artistic Project Development Grant Program provides grants of up to CHF 5,000 to support research, project development, and early experimental work in the visual arts. The program is open to established artists, photographers, and architects with a … [Read more...] about START: Artistic Project Development Grant Program (Switzerland)

CFAs: Photographic Publication Grant Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Photographic Publication Grant Program provides grants of up to CHF 20,000 to support the first editorial publication of outstanding artistic, documentary, and applied photography projects connected to Switzerland. The program helps established … [Read more...] about CFAs: Photographic Publication Grant Program (Switzerland)

Request for Proposals: Literary Translation Grant Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Literary Translation Grant Program supports professional translators working on literary translations with a clear connection to Switzerland. The program provides translation fees of CHF 60 per standard prose page and CHF 120 per poem, with annual funding … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Literary Translation Grant Program (Switzerland)

SofinaBoël Fund: Young Artisans in Construction Trades (Belgium)

Deadline: 19-Aug-2026 The SofinaBoël Fund Scholarships 2026 support talented young craftspeople in Belgium who want to enhance their expertise in heritage construction trades through advanced training with master craftspeople or specialized training centres. Scholarships of up to … [Read more...] about SofinaBoël Fund: Young Artisans in Construction Trades (Belgium)

Nominations Open: Community and Voluntary Awards Scheme (Ireland)

Deadline: 04-Sep-2026 The Laois Community & Voluntary Awards 2026 invite nominations to recognize outstanding volunteers, community organizations, clubs, and voluntary groups making a positive impact across County Laois, Ireland. Organized by Laois County Council, Laois Public … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Community and Voluntary Awards Scheme (Ireland)

RFPs: Citizens’ Fund East Belgium Project 2026

Deadline: 20-Aug-2026 The Citizens' Fund East Belgium Project 2026 provides grants of up to €5,000 to support community-led initiatives that improve quality of life, strengthen social cohesion, promote education, preserve cultural heritage, encourage creativity, and advance … [Read more...] about RFPs: Citizens’ Fund East Belgium Project 2026

Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants Competition (US)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants Program 2026 provides USD 1,000–10,000 in funding for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy priorities in Burma (Myanmar) through democratic governance, entrepreneurship, English language learning, education, and … [Read more...] about Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants Competition (US)

Request for Proposals: Volunteer Museum Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 06-Sep-2026 The Volunteer Museum Grants Program provides up to AUD 4,000 to support volunteer-run museums and Aboriginal cultural spaces in New South Wales (NSW). The program funds projects that strengthen collections, build volunteer skills, improve community engagement, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Volunteer Museum Grants Program (Australia)

Entries Open: Nederlands Letterenfonds Fellowship Program

Deadline: 25-Aug-2026 The Nederlands Letterenfonds Fellowship Programme provides established literary writers from the Caribbean Parts of the Kingdom with a five-month residency at the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study (NIAS) in Amsterdam. The fellowship supports fiction and non-fiction … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Nederlands Letterenfonds Fellowship Program

Funding Available to Increase Participation in Arts and Culture (Poland)

Deadline: 11-Oct-2026 The Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of Poland has launched a funding call to support cultural projects that increase access to arts and culture, strengthen independent cultural organisations, and promote artistic freedom, inclusion, and international cooperation. The … [Read more...] about Funding Available to Increase Participation in Arts and Culture (Poland)

Apply now for Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program (Bangladesh)

Deadline: 03-Oct-2026 The Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program 2026–2027 by the U.S. Embassy Dhaka provides experienced Bangladeshi scholars, researchers, and professionals an opportunity to conduct postdoctoral research or teach at U.S. institutions for six to nine months. The … [Read more...] about Apply now for Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program (Bangladesh)

Applications open for Creative Foundations Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 07-Aug-2026 The Creative Foundations Fund (CFF) Round 2, launched by Arts Council England, provides capital funding to help cultural and creative organisations in England restore, improve, and modernise buildings, equipment, and cultural infrastructure. The fund supports projects that … [Read more...] about Applications open for Creative Foundations Fund (United Kingdom)

Apply for Quiz Competition on North East Region (India)

Deadline: 21-Jul-2026 The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), in collaboration with MyGov, has launched a Quiz Competition on North East Region to promote awareness about the culture, festivals, and traditional knowledge of North Eastern India. The quiz is open to all Indian … [Read more...] about Apply for Quiz Competition on North East Region (India)

Environmental Leaders Action Fund 2026-2027 (New Zealand)

Deadline: 16-Aug-2026 The Environmental Leaders Action Fund provides grants of up to NZ$2,000 to schools and early childhood education (ECE) centres within New Zealand's Horizons Region for environmental action projects. The fund supports initiatives that promote sustainability, … [Read more...] about Environmental Leaders Action Fund 2026-2027 (New Zealand)

Artist-in-Residence Fellowship Programme at STIAS

Deadline: 31-Oct-2026 The STIAS Artist-in-Residence Fellowship offers accomplished artists from around the world the opportunity to develop a clearly defined creative project within the interdisciplinary environment of the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS) in South Africa. The … [Read more...] about Artist-in-Residence Fellowship Programme at STIAS

Open Call for Youth Commission Meeting 2027 (Ireland)

Deadline: 10-Sep-2026 Comhairle Contae County Council is inviting professional artists to apply for a €23,000 artist commission to co-create a unique creative project with young people aged 16–18 years as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2027. The selected artist(s) will collaborate with young participants … [Read more...] about Open Call for Youth Commission Meeting 2027 (Ireland)

Feat.: Supporting Emerging Crossovers in Hip-Hop and Club Music (Switzerland)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 Pro Helvetia's Feat. funding opportunity supports first-time collaborations between artists from Switzerland's hip-hop and club music scenes. The programme provides grants of up to CHF 10,000 to help DJs, beatmakers, rappers, and producers create and release … [Read more...] about Feat.: Supporting Emerging Crossovers in Hip-Hop and Club Music (Switzerland)

Submit Entries for I Tatti Residential Fellowship Program (Italy)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The I Tatti Residential Fellowship offers 15 fully funded postdoctoral fellowships for scholars conducting advanced research on the Italian Renaissance at Harvard University's Villa I Tatti in Florence, Italy. Fellows receive USD 65,000, relocation support, … [Read more...] about Submit Entries for I Tatti Residential Fellowship Program (Italy)

Reflection: Creating Spaces for Collective Dialogue on Art, Culture and Society (Switzerland)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Pro Helvetia Reflection funding program supports innovative arts and cultural mediation projects that encourage collective and critical reflection on artistic practice and cultural transformation. Eligible collectives with a connection to Switzerland can … [Read more...] about Reflection: Creating Spaces for Collective Dialogue on Art, Culture and Society (Switzerland)

Martin Roth-Initiative for At-Risk Artists and Cultural Practitioners (Germany)

Deadline: 11-Sep-2026 The Martin Roth-Initiative (MRI) supports at-risk artists and cultural practitioners worldwide by providing temporary relocation opportunities in partnership with host organizations. The initiative enables participants to continue their artistic and socially engaged cultural … [Read more...] about Martin Roth-Initiative for At-Risk Artists and Cultural Practitioners (Germany)

CFAs: Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art (US)

Deadline: 28-Oct-2026 The Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art provide up to $43,500 to doctoral students conducting dissertation research on the history of art and visual culture of the United States, including Native American art. The fellowship supports 9–12 months … [Read more...] about CFAs: Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art (US)

Submit Applications for Community Development Fund (Australia)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Community Development Grants (CDF) Program provides funding to support community projects, local events, volunteer initiatives, facility improvements, and minor capital works in the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu, Western Australia. The program helps … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Community Development Fund (Australia)

Call for Submissions: StartupTN HackFusion 2026 (India)

Deadline: 25-Jul-2026 StartupTN HackFusion 2026 is a student innovation hackathon organized by VET Institute of Arts and Science (VETIAS) in collaboration with StartupTN and the Tamil Nadu Java User Group (TNJUG). The hackathon challenges undergraduate and postgraduate students to … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: StartupTN HackFusion 2026 (India)

2026 Creation Grant Category I (Single Year) Creative Activities – Japan

Deadline: 04-Aug-2026 The Creation Grant Category I (Single-Year) supports Tokyo-based arts organizations and individual artists undertaking creative artistic projects in Tokyo or international artistic exchange activities. The grant provides funding of up to 4 million yen for … [Read more...] about 2026 Creation Grant Category I (Single Year) Creative Activities – Japan

Sector Support, Innovation and Development Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Sector Support, Innovation and Development Grant Program supports projects that strengthen Canada's arts sector through innovation, professional development, collaboration, organizational capacity building, and sector-wide initiatives. The program provides … [Read more...] about Sector Support, Innovation and Development Grant Program (Canada)

Entries Open for Colours of Freedom – Painting Contest (India)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched the "Colours of Freedom – Painting Contest" as part of the Independence Day Celebrations 2026. Open to all Indian citizens, the contest invites participants to create original paintings highlighting the contribution of … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Colours of Freedom – Painting Contest (India)

Long-Term Artistic Creation Grant Program – Category II (Japan)

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The Creation Grant Category II [Long Term] provides funding to Tokyo-based arts organizations for long-term creative projects that enhance artistic development and strengthen Tokyo’s cultural identity. Organizations can receive up to 8 million yen for two-year … [Read more...] about Long-Term Artistic Creation Grant Program – Category II (Japan)

Funding Available for Creative Environment Improvement Activities in Japan

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The Creative Environment Grant supports projects that improve the working environment for artists and arts professionals in Tokyo by addressing current challenges and developing practical solutions. The grant provides up to 6 million yen for multi-year projects … [Read more...] about Funding Available for Creative Environment Improvement Activities in Japan

2026 Creation Grant for International Film Screenings (Japan)

Deadline: 30-Jul-2026 The Overseas Film Festival Production Support Grant provides financial assistance for Tokyo-based filmmakers and organizations producing films that require two or three years of post-production before screening at overseas film festivals. The programme supports … [Read more...] about 2026 Creation Grant for International Film Screenings (Japan)

Submit Applications for Social Grant 2026 (Phase 2) – Japan

Deadline: 04-Aug-2026 The Phase 2 Social Grant provides funding of up to 2 million yen for art and cultural projects that promote community connection, social inclusion, and solutions to social challenges in Tokyo. The grant supports eligible arts organizations, welfare … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Social Grant 2026 (Phase 2) – Japan

The Makers Exchange Studio Project at Dún Laoghaire Baths (Ireland)

Deadline: 07-Sep-2026 The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council (dlr), in partnership with the Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown Older People's Council (dlr OPC), is inviting applications from professional designers and makers for a 14-month creative residency. Selected participants will receive a monthly fee … [Read more...] about The Makers Exchange Studio Project at Dún Laoghaire Baths (Ireland)

RFPs: PPL Momentum Accelerator Grant Programme (UK)

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The PPL Momentum Accelerator Grant Programme provides grants of up to £5,000 to help emerging artists, bands, songwriters, and future music industry professionals outside London achieve key early-career milestones. The programme supports music creation, … [Read more...] about RFPs: PPL Momentum Accelerator Grant Programme (UK)

Request for Applications: Early Career Promoter Fund (UK)

Deadline: 03-Sep-2026 The Early Career Promoter Fund provides grants of up to £3,500 to support early career independent music promoters based in England. The fund helps promoters book and promote live music events, develop professional skills, expand audiences, and strengthen England's grassroots … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Early Career Promoter Fund (UK)

2027 Children’s Week Poster Competition (Australia)

Deadline: 26-Nov-2026 The 2027 Children's Week Poster Competition invites children and young people under 18 across Australia to create original artwork based on the theme "Children have the right to share what they learn, think and feel," inspired by Article 13 of the United … [Read more...] about 2027 Children’s Week Poster Competition (Australia)

Apply Now: Touring Fund for Theatre and Dance (UK)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Touring Fund for Theatre and Dance provides financial support for professional live theatre and dance productions touring across Scotland. The programme helps producers, artists, companies, and venue partnerships deliver high-quality performances to … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Touring Fund for Theatre and Dance (UK)

Entries open for Culinary Lab Fellowship Program (India)

Deadline: 21-Jul-2026 The Culinary Lab Fellowship 2026 invites young researchers, storytellers, artists, and cultural practitioners from the Eastern and Western Himalaya to document and explore Himalayan food cultures through a gendered and feminist lens. The fellowship supports … [Read more...] about Entries open for Culinary Lab Fellowship Program (India)

Project Funding Support for Institutes and Exhibitions (Germany)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The Project Funding for Institutes provides financial support to eligible institutions for approved exhibition-related projects and activities. The programme helps cover a range of exhibition expenses, including travel, transport, insurance, technical services, … [Read more...] about Project Funding Support for Institutes and Exhibitions (Germany)

Submit Applications for Heritage Grant (New Zealand)

Deadline: 23-Jul-2026 The Heritage Grant provides funding for projects that protect, restore, conserve, and document places, buildings, trees, and sites of heritage significance within the Waimate District, New Zealand. The programme supports heritage conservation, structural … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Heritage Grant (New Zealand)

H. Hovnanian Family Foundation Healthcare Grants (Armenia and US)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The H. Hovnanian Family Foundation Healthcare Grants support initiatives that strengthen Armenia’s healthcare system by improving governance, healthcare workforce capacity, institutional development, and quality of care. The programme funds projects that create … [Read more...] about H. Hovnanian Family Foundation Healthcare Grants (Armenia and US)

Apply Now for Black Arts Projects Program (Canada)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Black Arts Projects Program provides funding support for Black artists, artist collectives, and Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving non-profit arts organizations in Toronto. The programme supports multidisciplinary arts projects that encourage … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Black Arts Projects Program (Canada)

Call for Applications: Quick Response Grants (Australia)

Deadline: 30-Apr-2027 The Multicultural Grants Program – Quick Response Grants supports migrant and multicultural communities in the Northern Territory (NT), Australia to organise cultural events, festivals, and community activities that promote inclusion, social cohesion, and cultural diversity. … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Quick Response Grants (Australia)

Artists Care Exchange Professional Development Programme (Ireland)

Deadline: 05-Aug-2026 The Artists Care Exchange (ACE) Programme supports professional artists in Ireland who want to develop or expand their work with older people in care settings. The programme provides structured learning, mentoring, peer exchange, and networking opportunities to … [Read more...] about Artists Care Exchange Professional Development Programme (Ireland)

Apply Now for Cultural Connections Program (Australia)

Deadline: 28-Jul-2026 The Cultural Connections Program 2026–2027 by the Inner West Council supports artists and community leaders from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, People of Colour, and culturally diverse communities in Australia. The program provides … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Cultural Connections Program (Australia)

Apply now for Community Quick Response Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 01-Apr-2027 The Townsville Community Quick Response Grants Program provides financial and in-kind support to eligible not-for-profit organisations, community groups, and incorporated associations delivering activities that benefit the Townsville community in Australia. The … [Read more...] about Apply now for Community Quick Response Grants Program (Australia)

Nominations Open for Trevor Frost Award (Australia)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Trevor Frost Award 2026 provides a $2,000 grant to support South Australian primary and secondary school students with vision impairment who demonstrate exceptional talent in music or the performing arts. The award helps recipients further develop their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Trevor Frost Award (Australia)

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