Deadline: 24-Mar-2026
The Artistic Heritage Scheme by Arts Council Malta provides funding to voluntary cultural and social organisations to preserve and promote Malta’s cultural traditions. Grants support instrumental music for feasts, health and safety in fire rooms, and semi-permanent artistic scaffolding, with funding up to EUR 8,000 depending on activity. Eligible organisations must demonstrate active engagement and provide required documentation for application.
About the Scheme
The Artistic Heritage Scheme aims to sustain and strengthen voluntary cultural organisations that contribute to Malta’s rich cultural traditions. The program ensures the continued growth, professional development, and operational capacity of organisations that preserve and promote cultural heritage.
Funding Objectives
The scheme supports:
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Instrumental music for feasts
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Health and safety improvements in fire rooms
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Semi-permanent artistic installations and scaffolding
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Preparations for cultural activities throughout the year
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Strengthening voluntary organisations’ operations and sustainability
Funding Details
The total budget for the scheme is EUR 1,000,000, with funding allocations based on activity type:
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Instrumental music for feasts: up to EUR 8,000
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Health and safety in fire rooms: up to EUR 5,000
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Semi-permanent artistic scaffolding: up to EUR 5,000
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Firehouses not owned by the organisation: up to EUR 2,500
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include voluntary cultural and social organisations registered with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations in Malta, such as:
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Band clubs and musical societies for feasts
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Fireworks factories
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Party decoration and artistic installation organisations
Applicants must:
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Be actively engaged in one of the three focus areas as defined in their organisation statute
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Submit required documents including proof of identity and the signed statute
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Demonstrate previous compliance with funding commitments, if applicable
Who is Not Eligible?
Applicants are ineligible if they:
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Have incomplete profiles or lack required documentation
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Are not registered with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations
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Have failed to meet previous funding obligations
How to Apply
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Confirm your organisation is registered and active in one of the scheme’s focus areas
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Gather required documentation, including proof of identity and signed statute
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Submit the application following Arts Council Malta guidelines
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Clearly indicate the type of activity and the funding amount requested
FAQ
1. What organisations can apply? Voluntary cultural and social organisations registered in Malta and active in the scheme’s focus areas.
2. What types of projects are supported? Instrumental music for feasts, health and safety improvements in fire rooms, and semi-permanent artistic scaffolding.
3. How much funding is available? Up to EUR 8,000 for instrumental music, EUR 5,000 for other core activities, and EUR 2,500 for firehouses not owned by the applicant.
4. Are unregistered organisations eligible? No, registration with the Commissioner for Voluntary Organisations is mandatory.
5. What documentation is required? Proof of identity and a signed organisation statute.
6. Can organisations apply for multiple activities? Funding allocations depend on the specific activity and eligibility criteria.
7. What happens if previous funding commitments were not met? Organisations failing prior commitments are ineligible.
Conclusion
The Artistic Heritage Scheme empowers Malta’s voluntary cultural organisations to preserve, promote, and safely manage cultural traditions, ensuring their continuity for future generations. By providing targeted funding and structured support, the program strengthens the capacity of organisations to deliver high-quality cultural activities that enrich the Maltese community.
For more information, visit Arts Council Malta.
