Deadline: 18-May-2026
The Individual Grants Programme provides small, flexible wellbeing-focused grants for Ukrainian cultural professionals supporting displaced people and vulnerable communities affected by war. Funded grants of up to €1,200 support mental health, resilience, and trauma-informed care activities such as counseling, art therapy, and restorative cultural engagement. The programme prioritizes artists and cultural workers in Ukraine and Creative Europe countries working with refugees, veterans, and displaced populations.
Overview of the Programme
The Individual Grants Programme is a targeted support initiative for Ukrainian cultural professionals working in crisis and displacement contexts. It provides direct financial assistance to help sustain the mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals engaged in cultural and community support work.
The programme operates across:
- Ukraine
- Creative Europe countries
Core Purpose
The programme aims to:
- Support psychological wellbeing of cultural workers
- Strengthen resilience in war-affected communities
- Enable continued cultural and community engagement
- Provide trauma-informed support resources
- Reduce burnout among frontline cultural professionals
Priority Focus Areas
The programme supports work involving:
Displacement and Vulnerable Communities
- Displaced Ukrainians
- Refugees in Creative Europe countries
- Veterans affected by war
Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Psychological resilience
- Emotional support systems
- Trauma-informed care
- Restorative wellbeing practices
Cultural and Community Engagement
- Arts-based community work
- Cultural participation activities
- Community healing through creative practices
- Art therapy and cultural workshops
Grant Details
- Number of grants per cycle: 7–10 grants
- Funding per grant: up to €1,200
- Type: one-off individual support grant
- Purpose: strictly wellbeing-focused
Eligible Uses of Funding
Allowed Activities
- Psychotherapy or psychological counseling
- Trauma-informed coaching
- Emotional support sessions
- Art therapy workshops or master classes
- Restorative care or rehabilitation stays
- Visits to cultural institutions and events
- Other wellbeing-focused cultural activities
Ineligible Expenses
Funding cannot be used for:
- Psychiatric medical treatment
- Medication or medical devices
- Surgical or cosmetic procedures
- Rent or living costs
- Tuition fees
- Streaming or entertainment subscriptions
- Alternative medical consultations
- Humanitarian aid or general support costs
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Reside in Ukraine or Creative Europe countries
- Be working as:
- Artists
- Cultural managers
- Cultural activists
- Volunteers in cultural/community support
Target Groups Supported by Applicants
Applicants should work with:
- Displaced Ukrainians
- Refugees from Ukraine
- Veterans
- Communities affected by war or trauma
Application Requirements
Applicants must:
- Submit a completed application form
- Provide responses in Ukrainian or English
- Demonstrate relevance to wellbeing-focused cultural work
- Show connection to vulnerable or displaced communities
Programme Approach
The programme is designed to be:
- Flexible and accessible
- Individual-focused
- Non-bureaucratic in structure
- Directly supportive of personal wellbeing
- Context-sensitive to conflict and displacement conditions
Why This Programme Matters
This grant programme supports:
- Mental health resilience among cultural workers
- Continuity of cultural services in crisis contexts
- Emotional recovery in displaced communities
- Trauma-informed cultural practice development
- Long-term sustainability of community-based cultural work
How the Grant Works
- Applicant identifies wellbeing-related need
- Submits application in Ukrainian or English
- Application reviewed for eligibility and relevance
- Selected individuals receive up to €1,200
- Funds used exclusively for approved wellbeing activities
- Activities must directly support resilience and recovery
Tips for Strong Applications
- Clearly explain personal or professional exposure to crisis work
- Link wellbeing needs to cultural/community responsibilities
- Focus on trauma-informed or resilience-building activities
- Be specific about intended use of funds
- Demonstrate work with displaced or vulnerable groups
- Keep application clear and focused on wellbeing impact
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Requesting funds for living expenses or rent
- Including medical treatment or medication costs
- Submitting unclear or general wellbeing requests
- Failing to show connection to cultural/community work
- Using unsupported expense categories
- Weak explanation of resilience or trauma context
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply for this programme?
Ukrainian cultural professionals aged 18+ living in Ukraine or Creative Europe countries.
2. What is the grant amount?
Up to €1,200 per individual.
3. What is the main purpose of the funding?
To support mental health, wellbeing, and resilience of cultural workers supporting displaced communities.
4. What kind of activities are supported?
Counseling, art therapy, restorative care, and cultural wellbeing activities.
5. Can the grant be used for medical treatment?
No, medical treatment, medication, and psychiatric care are not eligible.
6. Who is the programme designed to help?
Displaced Ukrainians, refugees, veterans, and other vulnerable communities affected by war.
7. In which language can I apply?
Applications must be submitted in Ukrainian or English.
Conclusion
The Individual Grants Programme provides essential wellbeing support for Ukrainian cultural professionals working in displacement and crisis contexts. By funding trauma-informed care and resilience-building activities, it helps sustain the mental health and long-term capacity of those supporting vulnerable communities across Ukraine and Creative Europe countries.
For more information, visit Creative Force.