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 development, with a strong emphasis on engagement for audiences aged 0–25.
The programme encourages projects that combine artistic practice with education to strengthen social cohesion, critical thinking, and cultural participation.
Program Overview
- Supports educational and participatory arts and cultural projects
- Targets children and young people (ages 0–25)
- Promotes active participation, creativity, and self-expression
- Integrates arts into educational and social development contexts
- Encourages collaboration between cultural, educational, and social actors
- Aims to strengthen cultural access and inclusion in Luxembourg
Key Focus Areas
- Arts-based educational and participatory projects
- Youth empowerment through cultural engagement
- Development of creativity, autonomy, and self-expression
- Social cohesion and inclusive cultural participation
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange
- Mutual understanding between communities through culture
- Cultural discovery and curiosity among young audiences
- Skill development through artistic and educational learning
Eligible Artistic and Cultural Fields
- Performing arts
- Visual and fine arts
- Music
- Literature
- Design
- Architecture
- Multidisciplinary and hybrid art projects
- Cultural and educational innovation projects
Program Objectives
- Use arts and culture as tools for learning and emancipation
- Encourage active youth participation in cultural projects
- Foster creativity, autonomy, and critical thinking skills
- Promote inclusive and cohesive society development
- Strengthen collaboration between cultural and educational sectors
- Support knowledge creation and transdisciplinary exchange
- Enhance cultural awareness and engagement among youth
Funding Details
- Maximum grant amount: up to EUR 7,000 per project
- Funding depends on project scope and budget
- Financial support is tailored to project needs
- Focus on quality, impact, and participatory design
Eligible Applicants
- Professional artists connected to Luxembourg
- Freelance and independent artists
- Artist collectives
- Non-profit cultural organisations
- Cultural institutions and associations
- Educational and pedagogical structures (formal and non-formal)
- Organisations in citizenship and social action fields
- Social impact enterprises
Applicants may apply individually or as part of a collaborative team.
Eligible Activities
- Arts-based educational workshops and programmes
- Participatory cultural projects for youth audiences
- School-based or community-based creative initiatives
- Interdisciplinary arts and education collaborations
- Youth-led artistic creation and expression projects
- Cultural mediation and engagement activities
- Skill-building through artistic learning processes
- Community arts and social inclusion initiatives
Program Priorities
- Active participation of children and young people
- Strong educational and artistic integration
- Inclusive and accessible project design
- Collaboration between multiple sectors
- Cultural innovation and experimentation
- Social impact and community engagement
- Long-term contribution to cultural awareness
Selection Criteria
- Quality and originality of the artistic approach
- Level of youth participation and engagement
- Educational and social impact potential
- Strength of partnerships between sectors
- Feasibility and clarity of implementation plan
- Contribution to cultural access and inclusion
- Innovation in learning and artistic methods
Ineligible Activities
- Projects without educational or participatory components
- Purely commercial or profit-driven initiatives
- Activities not involving youth engagement (0–25 focus required)
- Projects lacking collaboration with cultural or educational actors
- Initiatives outside eligible applicant categories
Conclusion
The Educational Projects Call for Proposals supports innovative arts and cultural initiatives that combine education and creativity to engage children and young people in Luxembourg. By encouraging participation, collaboration, and interdisciplinary learning, the programme strengthens cultural access, social cohesion, and the personal development of young audiences through meaningful artistic experiences.
For more information, visit Fondation Sommer.