Arts & Culture

Applications open for Built Heritage Grant Scheme (Australia)

Deadline: 19-Dec-2025 Tasmania’s Built Heritage Grants Scheme supports the conservation, restoration, activation, and community use of heritage places across the state. Round 3 offers two grant pathways—Small Grants (up to $20,000) and Large Grants ($20,000–$200,000)—to protect historic sites, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Built Heritage Grant Scheme (Australia)

Call for Entries: Tyrone Guthrie Bursary Award (Ireland)

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Tyrone Guthrie Bursary Award offers four Mayo-based artists a fully funded one-week residency at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre to focus on research, reflection, and creative development. Applicants must demonstrate artistic achievement or strong potential and … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Tyrone Guthrie Bursary Award (Ireland)

Entries open for Mayo Artist Bursary Award (Ireland)

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Artist Bursary Award provides €150–€2000 in financial support for professional artists living in Mayo to develop new work, research, or training in 2026. It supports all artforms and career stages and is awarded based on artistic merit, project clarity, and … [Read more...] about Entries open for Mayo Artist Bursary Award (Ireland)

Submissions open for Upstart Awards in Ireland

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Upstart Awards 2026 support meaningful artistic collaborations involving people with disabilities, artists, and arts organisations in County Mayo, Ireland. Grants range from €500–€1800 and fund new, disability-inclusive arts projects, events, workshops, and … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Upstart Awards in Ireland

Call for Submissions: YATA Photo Award

Deadline: 06-Jan-2026 The YATA Photo Competition “Images of Resilience: Framing Peace through Allied Vision” invites photographers from NATO and Partner for Peace countries to submit powerful visual stories on peace, resilience, and cooperation. Winners receive professional photography … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: YATA Photo Award

Call for Entries: 33rd Gratiaen Prize (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The 33rd Gratiaen Prize offers Sri Lankan writers national recognition and LKR 300,000 for the best creative work in English published in 2025 or ready for publication that year. Eligible genres include novels, short stories, poetry, and plays, with both published and … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: 33rd Gratiaen Prize (Sri Lanka)

Call for Applications: Pitch Film Idea Grant Programme

Deadline: 27-Jan-2026 The Dutch Film Fund’s Pitch Film Idea Grant Programme helps filmmakers test and validate their feature film, animated feature, or feature documentary ideas through a formal pitch session. Successful pitches receive approval to apply for screenplay development funding within … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Pitch Film Idea Grant Programme

CFPs: Arts and Culture Infrastructure Grants under Clubgrants Program (Category 3) – Australia

Deadline: 15-Dec-2025 The NSW Government’s Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants Program funds high-impact arts and culture infrastructure projects that improve access for disadvantaged and regional communities. Grants of $50,000–$200,000 support construction, renovation and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Arts and Culture Infrastructure Grants under Clubgrants Program (Category 3) – Australia

Co-funding Award to to support Irish Arts Organisations

Deadline: 11-Dec-2025 The Co-funding Award provides additional financial support to Irish organisations that have already secured Creative Europe Cooperation Project funding for 2025. It strengthens Irish participation in international artistic partnerships by enhancing capacity, visibility, and … [Read more...] about Co-funding Award to to support Irish Arts Organisations

Submissions open for Residencies Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 The Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) Residencies Grant provides professional artists, arts professionals, and Indigenous Knowledge Keepers with funding and support to pursue dedicated residencies. With up to $2,500 in funding, applicants can develop new work, build skills, or … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Residencies Grant Program in Canada

CFAs: Essay and Blog Writing Contest on Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Swabhiman (India)

Deadline: 15-Dec-2025 The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, in collaboration with MyGov, is organizing the Hamara Savidhan, Hamara Swabhiman essay and blog contest to commemorate Constitution Day on 26th November. Open to Indian nationals, participants submit essays or blog posts … [Read more...] about CFAs: Essay and Blog Writing Contest on Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Swabhiman (India)

Gasworks launches Residency Open Call for Artists based in Pakistan

Deadline: 26-Jan-2026 The Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust and Rangoonwala Foundation offer a London-based residency for early-career Pakistani artists, providing professional development, cultural exchange, and artistic experimentation. Residents receive mentorship, curatorial support, and a … [Read more...] about Gasworks launches Residency Open Call for Artists based in Pakistan

Open Call for Residency Palestinian Artists

Deadline: 12-Jan-2026 The Gasworks Palestinian Residency Patrons Circle offers Palestinian artists a self-led residency in London to develop new work, expand professional networks, and engage with the international art community. Residents receive mentorship, curatorial support, and a platform for … [Read more...] about Open Call for Residency Palestinian Artists

1st Call for Applications under Cross-border Cooperation Programme in Serbia and Montenegro

Deadline: 26-Jan-2026 The 2021–2027 Cross-Border Cooperation Programme between Serbia and Montenegro invites joint project proposals aimed at strengthening cross-border cooperation, supporting European integration, and fostering socio-economic development. With a total of EUR 5.4 … [Read more...] about 1st Call for Applications under Cross-border Cooperation Programme in Serbia and Montenegro

Applications open for Music Projects Program (Canada)

Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Toronto Arts Council’s Music Projects Grant supports one-time or time-limited music initiatives in creation, production, presentation and dissemination within Toronto. Non-profit music organisations and collectives can receive up to $15,000, with TAC funding up to 50% of … [Read more...] about Applications open for Music Projects Program (Canada)

RFAs: Theatre Annual Operating Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) Theatre Annual Operating Grant provides stable, year-round funding to professional theatre organizations based in Toronto. This program supports creation, production, presentation and community outreach, ensuring long-term sustainability and … [Read more...] about RFAs: Theatre Annual Operating Grant Program in Canada

Call for Applications: Dance Projects Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Toronto Arts Council’s Dance Project Grants provide funding for dance artists, collectives and organizations to create, produce, present and develop dance work in Toronto. With four funding categories, the program supports everything from new choreography to festivals and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Dance Projects Grant Program in Canada

Apply for Creative Communities Annual Operating Funding Program (Canada)

Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) provides funding to qualified non-profit arts organizations that demonstrate strong artistic leadership, financial accountability and ongoing creative community activity within Toronto. This program strengthens the city’s cultural ecosystem by … [Read more...] about Apply for Creative Communities Annual Operating Funding Program (Canada)

Toronto Arts Council launches Community Music Making Program in Canada

Deadline: 07-Apr-2026 The Toronto Arts Council’s Community Music Making Program provides annual funding of up to $25,000 to small, non-profit music organizations that deliver ongoing, accessible community music activities in Toronto. The program supports artistic leadership, community participation … [Read more...] about Toronto Arts Council launches Community Music Making Program in Canada

Applications open for Indigenous Arts Projects Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The Toronto Arts Council’s Indigenous Arts Program provides funding for Indigenous artists, collectives and organizations to develop, create, present and advance Indigenous arts practices in Toronto. The program supports cultural expression, artistic … [Read more...] about Applications open for Indigenous Arts Projects Grant Program (Canada)

Apply Now: Literary Annual Operating Funding Program (Canada)

Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) is inviting applications for its Literary Annual Operating Funding Program, which supports established literary organizations delivering year-round programming in Toronto. This funding strengthens the city’s literary sector by promoting … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Literary Annual Operating Funding Program (Canada)

Performing Arts: International Activities Grant Programme (Denmark)

Deadline: 01-Apr-2026 The Danish Arts Foundation’s Performing Arts: International Activities Grant Programme provides funding of up to DKK 100,000 for small theatres, performing arts groups, and independent artists pursuing international touring, collaborations, residencies, and … [Read more...] about Performing Arts: International Activities Grant Programme (Denmark)

CFAs: Toronto Arts Council’s Literary Projects Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) offers Literary Project Grants of up to $8,000 to support non-profit literary projects that enhance Toronto’s cultural landscape. The program targets incorporated organizations, unincorporated collectives, and professional … [Read more...] about CFAs: Toronto Arts Council’s Literary Projects Grant Program (Canada)

Apply for Music Annual Operating Funding Program in Canada

Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) offers Annual Operating Funding to non-profit music organizations in Toronto with professional artistic leadership and strong administrative structures. This funding supports organizations that have sustained music programming, a track record of … [Read more...] about Apply for Music Annual Operating Funding Program in Canada

Call for Applications: Curatorial Research Programme (Denmark)

Deadline: 26-Mar-2026 The Danish Arts Foundation Curatorial Research Programme offers funding for curators, art critics, directors, and art professionals to conduct research trips focused on contemporary art. Grants cover travel and accommodation costs up to DKK 15,000 per person, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Curatorial Research Programme (Denmark)

Request for Applications: Support Operate Program in Canada

Deadline: 25-Jan-2026 The Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) Support – Operate Grant Program provides funding to help arts and cultural organizations sustain operations, cover essential costs, and plan long-term programming. Eligible professional not-for-profits, arts service groups, … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Support Operate Program in Canada

Merck Foundation SONG Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026 (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Merck Foundation Song Awards 2026 “More Than a Mother” invite African singers and musical artists to create songs addressing infertility stigma, girls’ education, women empowerment, child marriage, FGM, and gender-based violence (GBV). Each category offers USD 500, with … [Read more...] about Merck Foundation SONG Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026 (Africa)

Entries open for Merck Foundation Fashion Awards (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Merck Foundation Fashion Awards 2026 “More Than a Mother,” in partnership with African First Ladies, invite African fashion students and designers to submit original designs promoting social messages such as women’s empowerment, girls’ education, and ending gender-based … [Read more...] about Entries open for Merck Foundation Fashion Awards (Africa)

Call for Applications: Artists in Communities Grants Program (Canada)

Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) Artists in Communities Grant Program provides flexible funding to support diverse arts activities in Manitoba, including creation, production, exhibitions, workshops, and community-engaged projects. Individual artists, groups, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Artists in Communities Grants Program (Canada)

Applications open for Merck Foundation Film Awards in Africa

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Merck Foundation Film Awards 2026 “More Than a Mother” invite African filmmakers, film students, and young creative talents to submit long or short films addressing critical social issues such as infertility stigma, girls’ education, women empowerment, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Merck Foundation Film Awards in Africa

Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “Diabetes and Hypertension” 2026 (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Oct-2026 The Merck Foundation Fashion Awards 2026 invite African fashion students and designers to submit designs that promote healthy lifestyles and raise awareness about Diabetes and Hypertension prevention and early detection. Ten winners will each receive $500 USD, with submissions … [Read more...] about Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “Diabetes and Hypertension” 2026 (Africa)

Submissions open for Song Awards “Diabetes and Hypertension” 2026 (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Oct-2026 The Merck Foundation Song Awards 2026 invite African singers and musical artists to submit original songs that promote healthy lifestyles and raise awareness about Diabetes and Hypertension prevention and early detection. Songs can be in English, French, Portuguese, or Arabic, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Song Awards “Diabetes and Hypertension” 2026 (Africa)

Apply for Film Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Oct-2026 The Merck Foundation Film Awards 2026 invites African filmmakers, students, and young talents to submit short or long films that promote healthy lifestyles and raise awareness about Diabetes and Hypertension prevention and early detection. Films can be in English, French, … [Read more...] about Apply for Film Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” (Africa)

Request for Proposals: Fritt Ord Fund (Norway)

Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The Fritt Ord Fund supports projects that promote freedom of expression, public discourse, and cultural initiatives, primarily in Norway or with ties to Norway. Funding is typically provided for one-year projects across areas such as media, art, literature, events, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Fritt Ord Fund (Norway)

Open Call for Dance Individual Project Funding – Canada

Deadline: 02-Mar-2026 The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) offers Dance Individual Project Funding to support Alberta artists, ensembles, or arts administrators in developing specific dance projects. Applicants may request up to $18,000 CAD for eligible project expenses, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Dance Individual Project Funding – Canada

Call for Proposals: Sculpture Garden at Industrial Arts 2026 (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 Akimbo invites artists to submit proposals for its 2026 Sculpture Garden Program at Industrial Arts in Markham, Ontario. The program supports temporary public sculptures that engage the community, respond to the industrial setting, and encourage interactivity. … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Sculpture Garden at Industrial Arts 2026 (Canada)

Summer School Project Funding to Support Residence-Based Arts Training (Canada)

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Summer School Project Funding program in Alberta provides grants to registered not-for-profit organizations to deliver residence-based arts summer schools for youth aged 11–19. Funding supports multi-day, intensive training in disciplines like dance, … [Read more...] about Summer School Project Funding to Support Residence-Based Arts Training (Canada)

Creative Communities Scheme Funding for Local Arts Projects (New Zealand)

Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 The Creative Communities Scheme offers funding for local arts projects in New Zealand, promoting community participation, cultural diversity, and youth engagement. Grants support performances, workshops, exhibitions, festivals, and other creative initiatives within local … [Read more...] about Creative Communities Scheme Funding for Local Arts Projects (New Zealand)

RFAs: Theatre Projects Program Funding (Canada)

Deadline: 02-Mar-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) Theatre Projects Program provides funding to professional, non-profit theatre organizations and collectives in Toronto for the creation, production, and presentation of theatre works. Grants support full productions, festival presentations, … [Read more...] about RFAs: Theatre Projects Program Funding (Canada)

Call for Proposals: Cultural Advocacy Initiative in Egypt

Deadline: 20-Dec-2025 The Minority Rights Group invites Egyptian organizations to submit proposals for cultural advocacy projects that amplify the rights, voices, and experiences of religious, ethnic, and gender minorities. Grants of up to €7,000 support inclusive storytelling, creative media, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Cultural Advocacy Initiative in Egypt

Apply Now: Presentation Program Funding for Exhibition and Media Arts Initiatives (Canada)

Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) Visual and Media Arts Projects: Presentation Program provides funding to professional, non-profit visual and media arts organizations, collectives, curators, and programmers in Toronto. It supports exhibitions, screenings, lectures, residencies, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Presentation Program Funding for Exhibition and Media Arts Initiatives (Canada)

Multi-Year Operating Funding for Music Organizations 2026 (Canada)

Deadline: 01-Apr-2026 The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) Music Multi-Year Operating Program provides long-term funding to professional, non-profit music organizations in Toronto. The program supports music creation, production, presentation, artist development, audience engagement, and … [Read more...] about Multi-Year Operating Funding for Music Organizations 2026 (Canada)

Call for Applications: Black Arts Projects in Canada

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Black Arts Projects Program supports Black artists, collectives, and arts organizations in Toronto to develop, present, and elevate creative work across disciplines. Grants up to $20,000 are available for creation, development, and public presentation … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Black Arts Projects in Canada

CFPs: Regional Programme for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Deadline: 22-Dec-2025 The Municipality of Gacko, in partnership with UNDP and supported by the European Union, invites civil society organizations (CSOs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina to submit project proposals under ReLOaD3. Funding is available across social policy, culture, sports, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Regional Programme for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Call for Entries: Lesia Ukraїnka Fellowship Programme

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Institute for Human Sciences (IWM) offers the Lesia Ukraїnka Fellowship for scholars in the humanities and social sciences, prioritizing research connected to Ukraine, feminism, literary history, anti-imperialism, and disability studies. Fellowships provide … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Lesia Ukraїnka Fellowship Programme

Apply for the George Weidenfeld Journalism Fellowship Program (Germany and UK)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The George Weidenfeld Journalism Fellowship invites German and British journalists to undertake a work placement in the other country from October to December 2026. Fellows gain experience in foreign newsrooms, report for their home media outlets, and participate in … [Read more...] about Apply for the George Weidenfeld Journalism Fellowship Program (Germany and UK)

Open Call for ChallengeUS Future Leaders Competition

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Lauritzen Foundation offers grants to projects that support vulnerable children in Denmark, helping them access education and employment while promoting well-being and essential life skills. Funding prioritizes initiatives with measurable impact, innovative approaches, and … [Read more...] about Open Call for ChallengeUS Future Leaders Competition

CFAs: Young Voices for a Shared Remembrance Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 21-Dec-2025 The RYCO Local Branch in Bosnia and Herzegovina, together with OFAJ and EVZ, invites young people aged 18–30 from Germany, France, and Bosnia and Herzegovina to participate in a trilateral programme focused on intercultural dialogue and shared European remembrance. The … [Read more...] about CFAs: Young Voices for a Shared Remembrance Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina

ARISC Collaborative Heritage Management Grant Program (Armenia and US)

Deadline: 30-Dec-2025 The American Research Institute of the South Caucasus (ARISC) offers grants to U.S.-Armenian collaborative teams for preserving Armenia’s archaeological and historical heritage. Projects can receive up to $5,000 for initiatives such as restoration, conservation, digitization, … [Read more...] about ARISC Collaborative Heritage Management Grant Program (Armenia and US)

Open Call for ‘This is Nature’ Art Competition (Ireland)

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The This is Nature! Art Competition invites young artists in Ireland to create original artwork inspired by nature. Entrants aged 18 and under can win prizes totaling over €10,000 in art materials, experiences, and vouchers. Submissions must be original, … [Read more...] about Open Call for ‘This is Nature’ Art Competition (Ireland)

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