RFPs: Supporting New Arts and Health Projects in the Netherlands

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026

CultureAndHealth invites artists and collectives in the Netherlands to apply for its New Arts and Health Projects 2026, supporting collaborations with health or social care partners. Selected projects receive €8,000, professional development opportunities, international exposure, and participation in a European learning community that promotes the integration of arts into health and social care.

Overview of the Initiative

The New Arts and Health Projects 2026 program aims to:

• Support artists working with health or social care partners

• Enhance professional development and credibility in the arts-in-health field

• Foster international connections and knowledge exchange among artists and care professionals

• Increase visibility of projects nationally and internationally

Funding and Support

• Work budget: €8,000 per selected project

• Additional support:

  • Invitation to the annual CultureAndHealth conference in Vienna to present work

  • Visibility through the CultureAndHealth Platform Europe

  • Promotion via Kunstloc Brabant

  • Inclusion in a learning community connecting artists and care professionals across Europe

Eligible Applicants

• Artists or artist collectives based in the Netherlands

• Minimum three years of professional artistic experience

• Existing collaboration with a health or welfare partner

• Open to artists in any discipline working in health and social care contexts

Objectives and Benefits

• Professional growth: Build experience and credibility in the arts-in-health sector

• Networking: Establish connections with international peers and care institutions

• Visibility: Showcase projects nationally and internationally, increasing potential for future funding

• Community: Participate in a learning network to share knowledge, insights, and best practices

Application Timeline

• Opening date: 15 January 2026

• Closing date: 15 February 2026

• Applicants have a one-month window to submit proposals

How to Apply

1. Confirm eligibility as an artist or artist collective in the Netherlands

2. Demonstrate a minimum of three years of professional experience

3. Provide evidence of an existing collaboration with a health or welfare partner

4. Submit the application through the CultureAndHealth online platform (instructions available on their website)

Why This Call Matters

• Strengthens the integration of arts within health and social care settings

• Supports sustainable collaboration between artists and care institutions

• Encourages innovation and recognition of artistic contributions to wellbeing

• Provides exposure and professional opportunities at the European level

FAQ

1. Who can apply? Artists or artist collectives based in the Netherlands with at least three years of professional experience.
2. Is prior collaboration with a health partner required? Yes, existing partnerships with health or social care institutions are mandatory.
3. What is the work budget? €8,000 per project.
4. Can artists from any discipline apply? Yes, all artistic disciplines are eligible.
5. Are international artists eligible? No, applicants must be based in the Netherlands.
6. What professional development opportunities are included? Invitation to the CultureAndHealth conference, networking, visibility, and participation in a European learning community.
7. When is the application period? 15 January 2026 – 15 February 2026.

Conclusion

The New Arts and Health Projects 2026 by CultureAndHealth provides critical support for artists in the Netherlands working with health and welfare partners. With funding, professional development, international visibility, and a learning network, the initiative strengthens existing collaborations, promotes the value of arts in care settings, and fosters sustainable artistic impact across Europe.

For more information, visit CultureAndHealth.