Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 Applications are open for the Festivals and Events Stream of the Annual Grants Program, supporting community groups and not-for-profit organisations to deliver festivals, events, and cultural activities that strengthen community connections, celebrate local identity, and … [Read more...] about Festivals and Events Grants for Community Celebrations and Culture (Australia)
Arts & Culture
Funding Scheme for Youth-Focused Projects (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 Applications are open for the Youthtown Trust Funding Programme, which provides financial support to not-for-profit organisations across New Zealand delivering youth development programmes, community initiatives, amateur youth sport, and charitable activities. The funding aims … [Read more...] about Funding Scheme for Youth-Focused Projects (New Zealand)
Call for Applications: Rotorua Women’s Club Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 Applications are open for the Rotorua Women’s Club Award 2026, a funding opportunity supporting women and women’s groups in the Rotorua District who are working to create positive outcomes for women and girls. The award supports activities across arts, education, family … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Rotorua Women’s Club Fund (New Zealand)
Open Call: (PERMA) Culture Program 2028
Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The (PERMA)CULTURE OPEN 2 CALL provides funding for artistic and cultural projects that will become part of the European Capital of Culture 2028 programme in České Budějovice, Czech Republic. The call supports innovative, public-facing cultural initiatives that engage … [Read more...] about Open Call: (PERMA) Culture Program 2028
Apply for Paekākāriki Community Board Grants Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Paekākāriki Community Board Grants Program provides funding of up to $500 for projects, activities, and initiatives that strengthen community wellbeing and deliver direct benefits to the Paekākāriki area. The program supports local individuals and non-profit organisations … [Read more...] about Apply for Paekākāriki Community Board Grants Program (New Zealand)
Open call for Craft and Visual Arts Production Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 03-Feb-2027 The Craft & Visual Arts Production Grant supports Saskatchewan-based artists and craft producers in creating or refining commercially viable craft and visual art products for retail markets. The grant covers up to 50% of eligible project costs, with funding of up to … [Read more...] about Open call for Craft and Visual Arts Production Grant (Canada)
Hume City Council’s Community Connection Grant (Australia)
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Hume City Council Community Connection Grant provides funding of up to AUD 4,000 to support local community groups and organizations delivering activities that strengthen community participation, social connection, wellbeing, volunteer engagement, and skills development … [Read more...] about Hume City Council’s Community Connection Grant (Australia)
The Britford Bridge Trust Grants in United Kingdom
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Britford Bridge Trust provides grant funding to support charitable initiatives focused on poverty relief, education, health, arts, culture, heritage, science, environmental protection, and support for people in need. The Trust primarily supports UK-registered organizations … [Read more...] about The Britford Bridge Trust Grants in United Kingdom
Apply Now: International Market and Audience Development (Australia)
Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Creative Australia International Market and Audience Development Fund supports Australian contemporary music artists to expand their international reach through targeted promotion, marketing, and audience development activities. The programme is designed to strengthen … [Read more...] about Apply Now: International Market and Audience Development (Australia)
Call for Applications: Endangered Crafts Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 16-Oct-2026 The Endangered Crafts Fund provides small grants to support UK-based craft practitioners and organisations working to safeguard endangered and critically endangered traditional crafts. The programme focuses on preserving heritage skills, enabling skills transfer, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Endangered Crafts Fund (United Kingdom)
Apply for Film and Video Individual Project Funding (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is inviting applications to support the development of individual artists, arts administrators, and ensembles working in film and video arts. The programme provides financial assistance for creative production, professional … [Read more...] about Apply for Film and Video Individual Project Funding (Canada)
RFAs: Community Grants for Local Organizations and Community Groups (Canada)
Deadline: 27-Jul-2026 The City of Chestermere Community Grants program provides funding support to not-for-profit organizations, registered charities, and community groups delivering public-facing initiatives that strengthen community well-being. The programme supports projects in arts, culture, … [Read more...] about RFAs: Community Grants for Local Organizations and Community Groups (Canada)
Spring Grant Program for Youth Development and Community Impact (Canada)
Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The Spring Grant provides financial support to young people in Ontario who are working towards goals in education, employment, or the arts. The programme aims to help young Canadians overcome financial barriers and create positive change in their lives and communities through … [Read more...] about Spring Grant Program for Youth Development and Community Impact (Canada)
Nominations open for Heritage Crafts Awards (UK)
Deadline: 21-Aug-2026 The Heritage Crafts Awards recognise and celebrate individuals who preserve, promote, and advance traditional heritage craft skills and trades across the United Kingdom. The awards support a broad range of heritage crafts and acknowledge excellence in craftsmanship, training, … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Heritage Crafts Awards (UK)
2026-2027 Cultural Practices Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 02-Jun-2026 The First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) is accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Cultural Practices Grant to support B.C. First Nations communities and organizations in preserving, revitalizing, and celebrating Indigenous cultural traditions. Grants ranging from CAD … [Read more...] about 2026-2027 Cultural Practices Grant (Canada)
RFAs: Community and Neighbourhood Events – Small Grants (Australia)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Community and Neighbourhood Events – Small Grants program is designed to support small-scale local events that help build stronger and more connected communities across Hume City. The program encourages: Community participation Social inclusion Local … [Read more...] about RFAs: Community and Neighbourhood Events – Small Grants (Australia)
Music Australia export Development Fund: International Professional and Artistic Development (Australia)
Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Music Australia Export Development Fund: International Professional and Artistic Development is designed to help Australian contemporary music artists and industry professionals strengthen international careers and expand export opportunities through professional and … [Read more...] about Music Australia export Development Fund: International Professional and Artistic Development (Australia)
Music Australia export Development Fund: International Performance and Touring (Australia)
Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Music Australia Export Development Fund is designed to support Australian contemporary music artists and music businesses in building international careers and export opportunities. Under Category 1: International Performance and Touring Activity, applicants can receive … [Read more...] about Music Australia export Development Fund: International Performance and Touring (Australia)
Applications Open: President’s Fund for Creativity (Malta)
Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The President’s Fund for Creativity is a Malta-based cultural funding programme supporting inclusive, community-focused arts projects that engage marginalized and under-reached groups in Malta and Gozo. It promotes collaboration between artists and social/community … [Read more...] about Applications Open: President’s Fund for Creativity (Malta)
Entries open for Meroogal Women’s Art Prize (Australia)
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Meroogal Women’s Art Prize is a non-acquisitive art competition open to women artists aged 18+ who are residents of New South Wales (NSW). It invites artworks responding to the historic Meroogal house, its women’s histories, and cultural heritage. The total prize pool … [Read more...] about Entries open for Meroogal Women’s Art Prize (Australia)
Call for Applications: Regional Events Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Regional Events Fund supports strategic events across Auckland that strengthen culture, identity, and community engagement while contributing to regional economic growth. It prioritizes sport, arts, culture, and community development events, especially those showcasing … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Regional Events Fund (New Zealand)
Apply for Henry Moore Grants Support Sculpture Research and Projects
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The Henry Moore Grants programme supports the development, study, conservation, and public appreciation of sculpture across historical, modern, and contemporary contexts. It provides financial support to UK and international non-profit organisations, as well as individual … [Read more...] about Apply for Henry Moore Grants Support Sculpture Research and Projects
International Artist Shadowing Programme in Finland
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The CultureAndHealth Platform Project is inviting applications from two international artists from EU and Creative Europe countries to participate in a three-day Artist Shadowing Program in Tampere, Finland. The programme focuses on the intersection of arts, culture, health, … [Read more...] about International Artist Shadowing Programme in Finland
Open Call for John Broderick Residency Program (Ireland)
Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The John Broderick Residency 2026 offers professional writers an opportunity to develop their creative practice while engaging with communities in Athlone, Ireland. The residency is organised through a partnership between the Arts Council and the Westmeath County Arts Office … [Read more...] about Open Call for John Broderick Residency Program (Ireland)
Apply Now: Fraser Institute’s Student Essay Contest (Canada)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Fraser Institute’s Student Essay Contest 2026 invites students to contribute original academic essays exploring Canadian economic prosperity and public policy issues. The competition encourages participants to analyze modern economic challenges in Canada using the ideas … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Fraser Institute’s Student Essay Contest (Canada)
CFAs: Artica Svalbard Residency for Visual Artists (Norway)
Deadline: 16-Aug-2026 The Artica Svalbard Residency 2026 offers visual artists a unique opportunity to undertake artistic research and creative practice in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, one of the world’s most environmentally and geopolitically significant Arctic regions. The residency encourages … [Read more...] about CFAs: Artica Svalbard Residency for Visual Artists (Norway)
Entries Open: Social Fiction Design Competition
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Social Fiction Design Competition invites writers, filmmakers, artists, animators, and creative thinkers worldwide to imagine the life of a young person in the year 2050 through powerful Social Fiction storytelling. The competition encourages visionary ideas addressing … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Social Fiction Design Competition
Request for Applications: Life with Art Grant 2026 (Japan)
Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The 2026 Life with Art Grant supports projects that integrate contemporary art into the everyday lives of Tokyo residents through public engagement, artist interaction, and accessible cultural experiences. The programme funds visual arts initiatives and interdisciplinary … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Life with Art Grant 2026 (Japan)
Submit Applications for 2nd Term Regional Grant 2026 (Japan)
Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 The Rural Creator Fellowship Program is accepting applications for a six-week virtual fellowship designed to train trusted rural voices in fact-checking, public information sharing, and digital communication skills. The programme supports community leaders, creators, and … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2nd Term Regional Grant 2026 (Japan)
Grant for Accessibility for Arts and Culture Projects (Japan)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The FY2026 Grant for Accessibility, launched by Arts Council Tokyo and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, supports initiatives that improve accessibility in arts and cultural activities across Tokyo. The programme funds accessibility measures for performances, exhibitions, … [Read more...] about Grant for Accessibility for Arts and Culture Projects (Japan)
Call for Applications: Queensland Major Commissioning Fund (Australia)
Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Queensland Major Commissioning Fund provides matched funding of up to AUD 250,000 to support large-scale creative works developed and presented by Queensland artists, cultural producers, and arts organisations. The program focuses on ambitious Queensland-made productions … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Queensland Major Commissioning Fund (Australia)
Culture Small Grants for Creative and Heritage Projects (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 Wakefield Council’s Culture Grants Small programme offers up to £1,500 for community-led creative, cultural, and heritage projects across the Wakefield district. It supports wellbeing, sustainability, and new creative work across arts, heritage, and performance sectors. … [Read more...] about Culture Small Grants for Creative and Heritage Projects (United Kingdom)
CFPs: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund (Australia)
Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund supports Queensland-based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and organisations to develop new performing arts, visual arts, fashion, and textile projects. Funding ranges from AUD 10,000 … [Read more...] about CFPs: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund (Australia)
Funding Opportunity for Art Galleries and Cultural Development Projects (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) through the National Committee on Art Galleries (NCAG) is inviting proposals for programs that strengthen gallery practice, cultural preservation, art education, digital transformation, and public engagement within the … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity for Art Galleries and Cultural Development Projects (Philippines)
Nominations open for TAF Curator Award (South Asia)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The TAF Curator Award – South Asia 2026 recognizes outstanding curators whose work contributes significantly to contemporary art discourse across South Asia and its diasporas. The award provides a year-long support programme, including a curatorial grant of INR 1,00,000, … [Read more...] about Nominations open for TAF Curator Award (South Asia)
Rodger and Joann McLennan Canadian War Art Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The National Gallery of Canada’s Canadian War Art Research Fellowship Program supports advanced research in Canadian and Indigenous Canadian war and military art. The fellowship provides up to CAD 5,000 to support research activities including publications, exhibitions, thesis … [Read more...] about Rodger and Joann McLennan Canadian War Art Research Fellowship Program
Applications open for Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Thailand)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting filmmakers, students, NGOs, social enterprises, and changemakers across Asia to submit 3–6 minute short films focused on the theme “Empowering Communities” under the concept “Root – Persevere – Flourish.” The festival … [Read more...] about Applications open for Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Thailand)
Call for Submissions: Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Philippines)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting filmmakers, students, NGOs, social enterprises, and changemakers from the Philippines to submit 3–6 minute short films under the theme “Community Empowerment” with the tagline “Belonging, Resilience, and … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 (Philippines)
Request for Applications: Artists and Education Funding (Canada)
Deadline: 03-May-2027 The Artist in Residence Grant supports Alberta schools by subsidizing the cost of engaging professional Alberta artists to deliver interactive arts residency projects for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The programme provides funding of up to CAD 15,000, helping … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Artists and Education Funding (Canada)
RFAs: Community and Neighbourhood Events Medium Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Community and Neighbourhood Events Medium Grant Program is accepting applications to support public events that strengthen community engagement and local participation within the City of Hume. The programme provides funding of up to AUD 12,000 for eligible events designed … [Read more...] about RFAs: Community and Neighbourhood Events Medium Grant Program (Australia)
SciQuest Summer Exploration – National Poster Competition (India)
Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The Department of Science and Technology (DST), in association with the National Innovation Foundation (NIF) and MyGov, has launched SciQuest Summer Exploration, a national poster competition for students of Classes VI–VIII. The initiative encourages scientific … [Read more...] about SciQuest Summer Exploration – National Poster Competition (India)
Historical Research Grants for Heritage and Education Projects (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is inviting proposals for historical research and cultural heritage initiatives that strengthen Philippine history education, historiography, and public engagement. Funding is available across multiple categories, … [Read more...] about Historical Research Grants for Heritage and Education Projects (Philippines)
Apply Now: Monuments and Heritage Site Conservation Projects (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Monuments and Sites Open Call provides funding for heritage conservation, research, documentation, and capacity-building projects across the Philippines. The programme prioritises protection of nationally declared … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Monuments and Heritage Site Conservation Projects (Philippines)
Request for Applications: Museum Grants (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is offering multiple grant programmes to support museum development, heritage preservation, digitization, and community outreach across the Philippines. The initiative strengthens museum capacity, improves public … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Museum Grants (Philippines)
Applications open for Chalmers Arts Fellowships for Professional Artists (Canada)
Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The Chalmers Arts Fellowships support experienced Ontario-based professional artists undertaking long-term research and exploration within their artistic practice. The program provides funding of $30,000 to $50,000 for 6–12 months of focused artistic … [Read more...] about Applications open for Chalmers Arts Fellowships for Professional Artists (Canada)
Call for Applications: Women in Film III – Training Through Practice Program
Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The Training and Regional Events Open Call supports emerging Arab women filmmakers through mentorship, training, cultural exchange, and hands-on filmmaking opportunities. The programme focuses on project development, technical training, collaborative filmmaking, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Women in Film III – Training Through Practice Program
Call for Projects: Alexis Liénard Fund (Belgium)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Alexis Liénard Fund is an education support initiative managed by the King Baudouin Foundation. The programme focuses on improving the teaching of Latin and Greek in Belgium by supporting teacher training and continued professional development. The fund specifically … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Alexis Liénard Fund (Belgium)
CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The Horizon Europe Cultural Collaboration Programme is a European Commission funding initiative designed to support international cultural cooperation, creative industry development, and innovative cultural policy research. The programme forms part of the broader Horizon … [Read more...] about CFPs: Fostering Global Partnerships in Cultural Policies and CCI Innovation
PESP7 Funding Applications for Heritage Preservation Projects (South Africa)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The PESP7 funding programme is a heritage development and preservation initiative launched by the National Heritage Council (NHC). The programme supports projects that protect, document, digitise, and promote South Africa’s cultural and historical heritage. The initiative … [Read more...] about PESP7 Funding Applications for Heritage Preservation Projects (South Africa)
NCCA Music Grants and Capacity-Building Programs (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Philippines invites applications for six music-focused grant streams to strengthen Filipino music education, creativity, innovation, cultural preservation, and creative industry … [Read more...] about NCCA Music Grants and Capacity-Building Programs (Philippines)
