Deadline: 29-May-2026 The National Arts Council South Africa’s PESP 7 funding call is a government-led stimulus program supporting arts and culture projects for the 2026–2027 financial year. It focuses on job creation, especially for youth, women, and vulnerable groups, across disciplines such as … [Read more...] about Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme for Arts and Culture (South Africa)
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Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (Egypt)
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program is a U.S. government-funded cultural and academic exchange initiative. It enables early-career educators from Egypt to improve their teaching skills, strengthen English language ability, and participate in … [Read more...] about Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Program (Egypt)
Open Call for Felt Photographic Gallery – WOMAN Exhibition
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Felt Photographic Gallery open call is an international photography submission opportunity for an exhibition centered on the theme “WOMAN.” It encourages photographers to present visual work that reflects personal and collective understandings of womanhood. The initiative … [Read more...] about Open Call for Felt Photographic Gallery – WOMAN Exhibition
Applications open for Music Australia Core Contribution Fund
Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 The Music Australia Core Contribution Fund, administered under Music Australia, provides multi-year operational funding to Australian music industry representative organisations that deliver continuous services to the contemporary Australian music sector. The program is … [Read more...] about Applications open for Music Australia Core Contribution Fund
Latvian Literature Grant Program for Translators
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Latvian Literature Translation Support Programme, administered by Latvian Literature, provides financial support to professional translators working on translating Latvian literary works into other languages. The programme aims to promote the international circulation of … [Read more...] about Latvian Literature Grant Program for Translators
Open Call: Latvian Literature Grant Program for Publishers
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Latvian Literature Translation Support Grant Program, administered by Latvian Literature and financed by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, provides financial support to foreign publishers for translating and publishing Latvian literary works … [Read more...] about Open Call: Latvian Literature Grant Program for Publishers
Skills Development Grants for Film and Digital Media Sectors (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The City of Toronto Skills Development Grants support workforce training initiatives that build practical technical, trade, and creative skills for in-demand roles across film, music, and creative technology sectors. The program prioritizes employment-ready training in areas … [Read more...] about Skills Development Grants for Film and Digital Media Sectors (Canada)
City of Toronto Sector Development Grants (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The City of Toronto offers Sector Development Grants to strengthen the city’s film, music, and creative technology industries, including video games, XR, immersive media, and esports. The program funds ecosystem-level initiatives such as industry coordination, market … [Read more...] about City of Toronto Sector Development Grants (Canada)
Creative Industries Event Sponsorships for Film Sector (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The City of Toronto offers funding and sponsorship support to strengthen film, music, and creative technology sectors, including video games, XR, immersive media, and esports. The programme supports industry development initiatives such as networking events, training, market … [Read more...] about Creative Industries Event Sponsorships for Film Sector (Canada)
Grants for Social Cohesion and Economic Justice Projects (Netherlands)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Hague grant programme by the Levi Lassen Foundation is designed to strengthen community cohesion and reduce social and economic inequality within The Hague. It supports organisations working to improve opportunities for individuals experiencing social or financial hardship … [Read more...] about Grants for Social Cohesion and Economic Justice Projects (Netherlands)
Request for Proposals: Emerging Artist Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 The Emerging Artist Grant Program is a funding initiative that supports early-career artists in developing their professional practice through international exposure and advanced learning opportunities. It focuses on skill-building, artistic growth, and global engagement … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Emerging Artist Grant Program (Australia)
Freedom250 Workforce Development and Skills-Building Program (Côte d’Ivoire)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The U.S. Embassy Abidjan workforce development initiative is a Public Diplomacy funding opportunity aimed at improving youth employability and technical skills in Côte d’Ivoire. It is linked to the Freedom 250 celebration marking 250 years of American independence and … [Read more...] about Freedom250 Workforce Development and Skills-Building Program (Côte d’Ivoire)
Call for Proposals: Reel Art Grant Programme (Ireland)
Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The Reel Art Grant Programme supports ambitious documentary filmmaking that explores artistic subjects in innovative and experimental ways. It prioritises films designed for cinema, arthouse venues, and international film festivals rather than broadcast or commercial … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Reel Art Grant Programme (Ireland)
Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program (Tunisia)
Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has launched the FY2026 Annual Program Statement to fund public diplomacy projects that strengthen U.S.–Tunisia relations through education, culture, innovation, and business collaboration. The programme supports initiatives featuring an American … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program (Tunisia)
CFAs: Support for Participation of Spanish Films in Festivals 2026 (Spain)
Deadline: 10-Oct-2026 The Spanish Institute of Cinematography and Audiovisual Arts (ICAA), operating under the Ministry of Culture of Spain, has introduced a competitive funding opportunity aimed at increasing the international visibility of Spanish cinema. The program helps production companies … [Read more...] about CFAs: Support for Participation of Spanish Films in Festivals 2026 (Spain)
CFAs: Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities Fund (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities (OLMC) Fund supports Canadian artists, arts workers, collectives, and organizations from official language minority communities in expanding access to national and international markets. The program focuses … [Read more...] about CFAs: Market Access Strategy for Official Language Minority Communities Fund (Canada)
Call for Proposals: Educational Arts and Youth Engagement Initiatives (Luxembourg)
Deadline: 11-May-2026 The Educational Projects Call for Proposals supports artistic and cultural initiatives that actively involve children and young people in participatory and educational activities. It focuses on using arts and culture as tools for learning, creativity, inclusion, and personal … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Educational Arts and Youth Engagement Initiatives (Luxembourg)
Applications open for Music Projects Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 04-Aug-2026 The Music Projects Grant Program supports time-limited music initiatives led by professional non-profit organizations and collectives within the City of Toronto. It is designed to fund short-term projects that advance music creation, performance, production, and dissemination, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Music Projects Grant Program (Canada)
Oceania Pacific Arts Residency Program (Australia)
Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 Applications are open for a six-week international residency at the Oceania Centre, The University of the South Pacific in Suva, Fiji. This program supports established Australian artists to develop new creative work focused on climate change while engaging with Pacific … [Read more...] about Oceania Pacific Arts Residency Program (Australia)
Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity Small Grant Program (UK)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity provides small grant funding to support arts, education, health, and social initiatives across Wales. It places strong emphasis on small, local, and community-based organisations while also supporting select national-level projects in … [Read more...] about Gwendoline and Margaret Davies Charity Small Grant Program (UK)
Applications open for Small-Scale Activities Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Small-Scale Activities Grant Program supports Indigenous artists, cultural workers, groups, collectives, and organizations in Canada through the Creating, Knowing and Sharing framework. The program aims to strengthen a resilient Indigenous arts ecosystem while respecting … [Read more...] about Applications open for Small-Scale Activities Grant Program (Canada)
Apply Now: Polish Diaspora Infrastructure Grant Program (Poland)
Deadline: 22-May-2026 The “Polish Infrastructure 2026” competition is an open call launched by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to support infrastructure development for Polish communities and the Polish diaspora abroad. The program provides co-financing for renovation and development of community … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Polish Diaspora Infrastructure Grant Program (Poland)
City of Toronto Skills Development Grants: Technology (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Skills Development Grants program supports initiatives that build practical, job-ready skills aligned with labour market gaps in Toronto’s creative industries. It focuses on improving employment readiness by funding training programs that directly respond to high-demand … [Read more...] about City of Toronto Skills Development Grants: Technology (Canada)
Request for Proposals: Long-Term Projects Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 20-May-2026 The Long-Term Projects Grant Program supports Indigenous artists, cultural carriers, groups, collectives, and organizations in Canada to develop arts and cultural projects lasting more than one year and up to three years. It is designed to strengthen Indigenous-led artistic … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Long-Term Projects Grant Program (Canada)
Apply Now: Structural Support Grant Program (Türkiye)
Deadline: 09-Jun-2026 The Structural Support Grant Program in Türkiye provides funding of up to €20,000 per project to strengthen the long-term sustainability, operational capacity, and infrastructure of cultural and arts organizations and civil society initiatives. It aims to improve independence, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Structural Support Grant Program (Türkiye)
Nominations open for Copic Award
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The COPIC AWARD 2026 is an international creative platform designed to highlight artistic expression using Copic materials. It encourages artists worldwide to experiment with color, technique, and originality through illustrations, paintings, and three-dimensional … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Copic Award
Leipzig International Art Programme Residency Exchange for Artists (Senegal)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Leipzig International Art Programme (LIA) residency provides an opportunity for a Senegalese visual artist to live and work in Leipzig, Germany for three months. The programme is designed to support artistic reflection on democracy and its relevance in modern … [Read more...] about Leipzig International Art Programme Residency Exchange for Artists (Senegal)
Open Call: Residency Exchange Programme on Democracy (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Leipzig International Art Programme (LIA) residency exchange is designed to support contemporary visual artists in engaging with democratic themes through artistic practice. The programme provides space, resources, and curatorial guidance for developing new work or … [Read more...] about Open Call: Residency Exchange Programme on Democracy (Bangladesh)
Logo Design Competition for the Urban Challenge Fund (India)
Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The Urban Challenge Fund Logo Design Competition invites Indian citizens to design an original logo representing the transformation of urban India. The logo will symbolize modern governance, sustainability, inclusivity, and economic growth in cities. The selected design will … [Read more...] about Logo Design Competition for the Urban Challenge Fund (India)
Apply Now: Creative Communities Scheme for Arts Projects (New Zealand)
Deadline: 09-Aug-2026 The Creative Communities Scheme is a local funding programme designed to support community-based arts activities throughout New Zealand. It aims to ensure broad participation in the arts by funding accessible, inclusive, and locally relevant creative projects. The scheme … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Creative Communities Scheme for Arts Projects (New Zealand)
Catalyst and Engage Grant Program for Goa Based Artists (India)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Catalyst and Engage Grant Program supports both experimental artistic creation and socially engaged community projects in Goa. It aims to strengthen the local creative ecosystem by funding artists working across traditional, contemporary, and interdisciplinary … [Read more...] about Catalyst and Engage Grant Program for Goa Based Artists (India)
Open Call for Scripted, Non-fiction and Content Development Projects (New Zealand)
Deadline: 21-May-2026 NZ On Air is investing in the creation of locally produced screen and audio content that reflects New Zealand’s identity, culture, and diversity. The funding supports both production and early-stage development of scripted and non-fiction content designed for broad … [Read more...] about Open Call for Scripted, Non-fiction and Content Development Projects (New Zealand)
Apply for Arts, Culture and History Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Arts, Culture & History Grant Program supports projects that preserve, interpret, and showcase Newcastle’s heritage, arts, and cultural identity. It funds public programs, exhibitions, performances, creative commissions, and community-led cultural activities that … [Read more...] about Apply for Arts, Culture and History Grant Program (Australia)
Call for Applications: Culture Resource Wijhat Grants Program
Deadline: 29-May-2026 The Culture Resource Wijhat Grants Program is designed to support mobility for artists and cultural actors from the Arab region. It helps them participate in international and regional cultural spaces, expand professional networks, and engage in creative exchange. The program … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Culture Resource Wijhat Grants Program
City of Belleville Arts and Culture Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 29-May-2026 The City of Belleville Arts and Culture Grant is a municipal funding program aimed at strengthening the local creative and cultural sector. It supports initiatives that promote arts engagement, cultural development, and community connection. The program aligns … [Read more...] about City of Belleville Arts and Culture Grant Program (Canada)
Residency Programme for Caribbean-Based Artists
Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The Gasworks residency is an international artist development programme designed to support early-career visual artists. It offers a self-directed residency experience in London focused on research, experimentation, and professional growth. The programme encourages independent … [Read more...] about Residency Programme for Caribbean-Based Artists
Apply for Explore Georgina Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Explore Georgina Grant Program is a municipal funding initiative designed to strengthen community identity and support local development in Georgina. It encourages projects that highlight local history, culture, and diversity while also promoting economic activity. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Explore Georgina Grant Program (Canada)
U.S. American Center Kampala Programming Initiative (Uganda)
Deadline: 29-May-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Uganda supports a public diplomacy program to manage and operate the American Center Kampala, a hub for cultural exchange, education, and engagement between Uganda and the United States. The program is a public diplomacy initiative by the U.S. Embassy in … [Read more...] about U.S. American Center Kampala Programming Initiative (Uganda)
Applications open for Arts and Culture Small Grant Program 2026
Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Arts & Culture Small Grant Program 2026 is a cultural funding initiative designed to promote Japanese arts and culture while building international collaboration in Southeast Asia. It focuses on strengthening cultural ties between Japan and Indonesia or … [Read more...] about Applications open for Arts and Culture Small Grant Program 2026
City of Toronto Skills Development Grants for Music Initiatives (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Skills Development Grants program is a funding initiative aimed at strengthening workforce readiness in Toronto’s creative industries. It supports training programs that equip individuals with practical, technical, and professional skills needed for employment. The program … [Read more...] about City of Toronto Skills Development Grants for Music Initiatives (Canada)
Apply now for Event Sponsorship Grant for Music Initiatives (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The City of Toronto Event Sponsorship Program supports events that contribute to the development of Toronto’s creative industries. It is focused on strengthening the cultural and creative economy through public engagement, audience growth, and sector-building initiatives. The … [Read more...] about Apply now for Event Sponsorship Grant for Music Initiatives (Canada)
Applications open for Dunedin Heritage Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Dunedin Heritage Fund provides financial assistance to support the protection, conservation, and continued use of heritage buildings and places in Dunedin. It is administered by Dunedin City Council in partnership with Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. The fund … [Read more...] about Applications open for Dunedin Heritage Fund (New Zealand)
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Visual Arts (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2027 The Alberta Foundation for the Arts offers an annual scholarship through the Alberta Heritage Scholarship Fund to support emerging visual artists in Alberta. The program is designed to recognize artistic talent and encourage advanced training in visual arts disciplines. The … [Read more...] about Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Scholarship for Visual Arts (Canada)
Request for Proposals: Older Writers Grant Program
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Older Writers Grant supports emerging speculative fiction authors who begin their professional writing careers later in life. It is designed to recognize and encourage creative writers aged 50 and above who are still developing their publishing careers. The grant focuses … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Older Writers Grant Program
Open Call: Creative Residency Programme for Cultural Practitioners (Pakistan)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Artist Residencies Grants offered by the French Embassy in Pakistan support Pakistani artists and creatives to undertake a one-month residency in France between September 15 and December 15, 2026. The programme focuses on artistic research, creation, and cross-cultural … [Read more...] about Open Call: Creative Residency Programme for Cultural Practitioners (Pakistan)
Grants for Reading Promotion in Rural Areas (Spain)
Deadline: 11-May-2026 The Grants for Reading Promotion in Rural Areas support initiatives that encourage reading habits and cultural engagement in rural communities across Spain. The programme provides financial assistance for operational expenses linked to reading promotion activities. The goal … [Read more...] about Grants for Reading Promotion in Rural Areas (Spain)
Nominations open for Asia Pacific Arts Awards (Australia)
Deadline: 23-Jun-2026 The Asia Pacific Arts Awards celebrate Australian creative practitioners who are building meaningful cultural connections across the Asia Pacific region. The programme highlights artistic excellence, innovation, and collaboration that strengthen people-to-people relationships … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Asia Pacific Arts Awards (Australia)
Digitization and Preservation of Bibliographic Heritage Grants (Spain)
Deadline: 19-May-2026 The 2026 grants programme from the Ministry of Culture of Spain supports projects focused on the digitization, preservation, and accessibility of bibliographic heritage. The initiative promotes the development of digital libraries and online repositories to ensure cultural … [Read more...] about Digitization and Preservation of Bibliographic Heritage Grants (Spain)
PEN/Bare Life Review Grants for Immigrant and Refugee Writers (US)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The PEN/Bare Life Review Grant Program is a literary funding initiative designed to support immigrant and refugee writers working on unpublished manuscripts. The program recognizes the importance of migration literature and provides financial assistance to help writers … [Read more...] about PEN/Bare Life Review Grants for Immigrant and Refugee Writers (US)
PEN/Phyllis Naylor Grant for Children’s and Young Adult Novelists (US)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The PEN/Phyllis Naylor Grant for Children’s and Young Adult Novelists is a funding programme designed to support writers working on unpublished novels for children or young adults. The grant provides financial assistance to help authors complete manuscripts that may otherwise … [Read more...] about PEN/Phyllis Naylor Grant for Children’s and Young Adult Novelists (US)
