Grants and residencies for artists
Project grants, residencies, open calls and prizes for visual artists, writers, filmmakers, musicians and performers.
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DAAD Artists in Berlin Program Fellowship 2027
The DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program Fellowship is one of the world's most prestigious artist residency programs. Established in 1963, it invites approximately twenty internationally recognized artists each year to live and work in Berlin. The fellowship provides artists with the freedom to pursue their creative work without production obligations while engaging with Berlin's cultural ecosystem and international artistic communities. The program promotes artistic freedom, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cultural exchange. Fellows often present exhibitions, performances, readings, films, and publications during and after their residencies
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Living Expenses
- Language Training
- +1
Deadline: Dec 15, 2025
- ClosedCreative$15000 - $25000
Sundance Institute Screenwriters Lab
The Sundance Institute Screenwriters Lab is a prestigious 4–5 day intensive development program for emerging filmmakers working on first or second fiction feature films. It is part of the Sundance Feature Film Program and focuses on helping writers develop their screenplays through deep mentorship, script sessions, and creative feedback from established filmmakers and advisors.
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Mentorship
- Residency
Deadline: Jan 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative£12,000
Jackson's Art Prize 2027
Jackson's Art Prize is an international art competition celebrating excellence in two-dimensional fine art. Selected artists receive cash prizes, global exposure, and exhibition opportunities.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Public Exhibition Opportunities
- +1
Deadline: Feb 13, 2026
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Phare à Lucioles Artist Residencies 2026-27
Phare à Lucioles offers professional artist residencies at Le Milieu, a creative centre in rural southern France. The programme supports research, artistic creation and public engagement across multiple disciplines, providing artists with accommodation, workspace and professional support.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Stipend
- +3
Deadline: Mar 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative€25 million
Artists on the Move Mobility Grant 2027
Artists on the Move provides mobility grants for artists and cultural professionals to undertake international residencies, collaborations, research, and professional development across participating Creative Europe countries.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Living Expenses
Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative$30,000
Lumen Prize
The Lumen Prize is one of the world's leading awards for digital and technology-based art. It celebrates artists using AI, virtual reality, code, photography, animation, and other digital media to produce innovative creative work. Winning or being shortlisted often leads to international exhibitions, commissions, and collaborations with museums, galleries, and technology partners.
Other Benefits:
- Curatorial support
- Networking
- Exhibition Support
- +2
Deadline: May 27, 2026
- ClosedCreative$2,000
Life in My City Art Festival (LIMCAF) Competition 2026
The Life in My City Art Festival Competition is an annual international visual arts competition that supports emerging artists by providing cash prizes, exhibitions, mentorship, and professional recognition. The 2026 theme is "Open Letter."
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Networking
- +2
Deadline: May 31, 2026
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Rolex Mentor and Protege Arts Initiative
The Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative, now known as the Rolex Mentoring Programme, is a prestigious international arts mentorship program established by Rolex in 2002. It pairs emerging artists with world-renowned masters in their disciplines for a two-year creative relationship. The aim is to preserve artistic heritage through intergenerational collaboration and cultural exchange.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Travel
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10000 - $20000
Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Residency
The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency is a highly prestigious international residency program that brings together artists, scholars, policymakers, writers, and social innovators to live and work at the Bellagio Center in Lake Como, Italy. The residency provides uninterrupted time and space for participants to develop work that contributes to positive global change. Projects often focus on: Social innovation Climate change Public health Arts and culture Economic inclusion
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Jun 10, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAUD $20000
The Cooper Prize 2026: Playwriting Prize
The Cooper Prize, presented by the 16th Street Foundation and Company 16, is an international playwriting award supporting bold, original theatre writing. The prize is designed to give playwrights creative freedom to explore complex, challenging, or controversial ideas through dramatic work. Submissions are assessed by an industry panel led by established theatre professionals. Finalists receive a staged public reading with professional actors, and the winning work receives a $20,000 AUD award along with consideration for full production commissioning. The prize emphasises artistic integrity and the exploration of philosophical and human themes inspired by works such as Man’s Search for Meaning and The Brothers Karamazov
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Mentorship
- Grant
- +1
Deadline: Jun 19, 2026
- ClosedCreative€50,000
Spaces of Culture Grant 2026
Spaces of Culture 2026 is an international grant program supporting innovative cultural relations projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is part of the Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture Programme, implemented by EUNIC (European Union National Institutes for Culture) and funded by the European Union. The initiative promotes equal partnerships between African and European cultural actors and supports projects with strong local ownership and social impact.
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Production Expenses
- Grant
- +1
Deadline: Jun 21, 2026
- ClosedCreative$500
HUG Visionary Artist Grant
The HUG Visionary Artist Grant is an ongoing micro-grant program created by HUG, a global artist community founded by Randi Zuckerberg. The initiative supports emerging artists by providing unrestricted funding and promotional opportunities to help them build sustainable creative careers. The grant is awarded regularly to selected artists from around the world
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Publication
Deadline: Jun 23, 2026
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Zeitz MOCAA Museum Fellowship Programme 2027
The Zeitz MOCAA & UWC Museum Fellowship Programme 2027 is a prestigious year-long, fully funded fellowship jointly offered by the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The program is designed to cultivate the next generation of museum professionals, curators, and researchers across Africa.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Mentorship
- Travel
- +3
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Dikan Gallery Exhibition Open Call 2026
The Dikan Gallery 2026 Exhibition Open Call provides a vital platform for African visual storytellers to exhibit their work. It gives emerging creators the essential production and curatorial support required to transition their personal projects into public exhibitions
Other Benefits:
- Exhibition Support
- Collaborations
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative£125,000
R&D MAP Creative Content Exchange Pilot: Early Adopters Fund
The R&D MAP Creative Content Exchange Pilot: Early Adopters Fund is an innovation grant established by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) under UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The programme is designed to encourage organisations within the creative and cultural sectors to become early users of the Creative Content Exchange (CCE) platform. The Creative Content Exchange is being developed as a trusted marketplace where digitised cultural and creative assets can be licensed, bought, sold and shared more efficiently. Through this funding, organisations can test new digital business models, improve access to creative content, and strengthen the UK's creative economy while contributing to the development of the CCE ecosystem
Other Benefits:
- Technical Support
- Research Support
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
The Female Voices Short Film Fund 2025
The Female Voices Short Film Fund 2025 is an international film grant established by First Flights, a UK-based platform dedicated to supporting underrepresented filmmakers. The fund aims to help female-identifying filmmakers create a short film that serves as a proof of concept for their first or second feature film. The selected filmmaker receives funding, mentorship, and access to industry opportunities, including a potential development deal with one of the UK's leading independent production companies, Goldfinch.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Production Funding
- Project Support
- +2
Deadline: Jun 30, 2026
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Yaddo Artist Residency
Yaddo is one of the most prestigious artist residencies in the world. For more than a century, it has supported writers, composers, filmmakers, visual artists, and performers by providing uninterrupted time and space to create new work. Residencies range from two weeks to two months and are awarded through a competitive peer-review process
Other Benefits:
- Creative workspace
- Accommodation
- Meals
- +1
Deadline: Jul 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
Stanley Greene Foundation Emerging Photographer Grant 2027
The Stanley Greene Foundation Emerging Photographer Grant 2027 is an international grant designed to support early-career visual storytellers and documentary photographers. Inspired by the legacy of renowned photojournalist Stanley Greene, the grant aims to empower photographers: especially those from underserved and underrepresented communities: to create impactful visual narratives with a strong humanistic and journalistic approach
Other Benefits:
- Production Funding
- Travel
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Jul 2, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
The Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists
The Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists (FWJ) is a global grant program administered by the International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) with support from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation. Established in 2015 through a $4 million gift, the fund supports ambitious reporting projects, professional development, investigative journalism, and media initiatives led by women and nonbinary journalists worldwide
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Project Support
- Funding
- +1
Deadline: Jul 3, 2026
- ClosedCreativeUp to AUD $75,000
Music Australia Export Development Fund: International Performance and Touring Activity
The Music Australia Export Development Fund supports Australian contemporary music artists and businesses seeking to expand into international markets through live performances and touring. The program provides matched funding to help artists undertake international tours, festival appearances, and showcase performances that build sustainable global careers and audiences.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
Deadline: Jul 7, 2026
- ClosedCreative$15,000
The Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant
The Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant is an ongoing emergency assistance program established by the Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Foundation to provide one-time financial support to professional visual artists facing unforeseen catastrophic events such as medical emergencies, fires, floods, or accidents. The program is designed to help artists overcome immediate crises rather than fund artistic projects or replace lost income
Other Benefits:
- Grant
Deadline: Jul 10, 2026
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RMB Latitudes CuratorLab 2026
The RMB Latitudes CuratorLab is a professional development and mentorship initiative created by RMB Latitudes and Art School Africa to support emerging curators across Africa. The programme provides practical curatorial training, peer engagement, and one-on-one mentorship with established art professionals. Participants conceptualize and curate their own online exhibitions featuring artists from their communities. The programme is conducted through weekly online sessions and culminates in curated exhibitions hosted on Latitudes Online
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Mentorship
- Project Support
- +3
Deadline: Jul 10, 2026
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Brittle Paper’s The Writing Room
The Writing Room is a free online creative writing masterclass platform launched by Brittle Paper in partnership with Africa No Filter. The program provides African writers with access to video courses taught by renowned African authors and editors. It focuses on strengthening storytelling skills and supporting writers at the early stages of their literary careers
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Digital Courses
- Training
- +2
Deadline: Jul 13, 2026
- ClosedCreative$20,000
Tarbell Grants
Tarbell Grants is a global journalism funding initiative established by the Tarbell Center for AI Journalism to support original, high-impact reporting on artificial intelligence and its effects on society. The program provides grants to experienced journalists and media creators to pursue investigative, analytical, and explanatory stories that help the public understand AI and hold powerful institutions accountable. Tarbell primarily supports written journalism, though exceptional proposals in formats such as podcasts, newsletters, and documentaries may also be considered. Editorial independence is fully protected, and donors have no influence over reporting decisions.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Project Support
- Grant
- +1
Deadline: Jul 15, 2026
- ClosedBuilder$20,000
Afreximbank CANEX Entrepreneurship Program 2026
The CANEX Entrepreneurship Program is an initiative of Afreximbank aimed at supporting African businesses in the creative and cultural industries. The program identifies promising entrepreneurs and provides grant funding, mentorship, technical assistance, networking opportunities, and access to investors. Winners also participate in the CANEX WKND event, which brings together leading African creatives and business leaders.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Cash Award
- Investor access
- +2
Deadline: Jul 15, 2026
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Goethe: Zentrum Kampala’s Open Call for Proposals
The Goethe-Zentrum Kampala Open Call for Proposals is an ongoing cultural funding initiative designed to support artists and creative organizations working in Uganda. Unlike programs with rigid themes and fixed grant sizes, this call provides flexible support to projects that demonstrate creativity, innovation, and meaningful contributions to the country's arts ecosystem. Open to disciplines ranging from literature and fashion to film and theatre, the program prioritizes projects that expand artistic practice, encourage experimentation, and strengthen Uganda's cultural landscape. Funding amounts are determined according to project needs rather than predetermined limits.
Other Benefits:
- Production Funding
- Production Expenses
- Grant
Deadline: Jul 20, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
The Creative Fund
The Creative Fund is a new initiative supporting Nigerian creative-sector organizations that need technical expertise to deliver innovative projects. Rather than providing unrestricted grants, it finances clearly defined technical gaps, such as hiring specialists, implementing digital tools, or improving production capacity. The programme also encourages knowledge transfer by requiring a "give-back" commitment that benefits the wider creative ecosystem.
Other Benefits:
- Technical Support
- Project Support
- Grant
Deadline: Jul 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€750 - €1,400
Spring Residency at Hangar for Musicians, DJ’s and Producers Open Call
The Spring Residency at Hangar is an international, process-based artistic residency hosted by Hangar – Centro de Investigação Artística in Lisbon, Portugal. It supports musicians, DJs, producers, and sound artists to develop experimental and interdisciplinary music projects in a professional creative environment. The residency focuses on: Artistic research and experimentation Cross-disciplinary collaboration (music, visual arts, performance, media) Exploration of contemporary themes such as memory, identity, diaspora, and global culture Developing new work using Lisbon’s artistic ecosystem
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Mentorship
- Studio Support
- +3
Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
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TED & POSCA Global Artist Residency 2026
The TED & POSCA Global Artist Residency supports artists whose work explores ideas, creativity, innovation, and social impact. Residents are given time, resources, and an international platform to develop projects while engaging with a global creative community. The opportunity is open to artists from around the world.
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Accommodation
- Networking
Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative€100 - €750
Soundcinema Düsseldorf 2026
Soundcinema Düsseldorf 2026 is the eighth edition of an international recorded-sound festival dedicated to experimental, electronic, and electroacoustic music. Organized by Sonische Interferenzen e.V., the festival treats sound recordings as autonomous artistic works and presents selected pieces in an immersive acousmatic listening environment at FFT Düsseldorf. The 2026 edition invites submissions under two categories: - Free Category - Thematic Focus 2026: "Acceleration" The festival seeks works that challenge conventional listening experiences and explore sound as an artistic medium
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Project Support
- Training
- +1
Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
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The Residency at Casa Gràcia 2026
The Residency at Casa Gràcia is a newly established international residency program located in the historic city of Mahón, Menorca, Spain. Founded by artists Rashid Johnson and Sheree Hovsepian, the residency offers artists and writers uninterrupted time and space to deepen their creative practices in a tranquil Mediterranean setting. The residency is intentionally self-directed. Participants are not required to produce exhibitions or public presentations. Instead, the program emphasizes experimentation, reflection, and engagement with the local community. Residents also benefit from the support and expertise of the team at Hauser & Wirth Menorca, one of Spain's leading contemporary art centers.
Other Benefits:
- Living Expenses
- Accommodation
- Meals
- +3
Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
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Artist Protection Fund Fellowship
The Artist Protection Fund (APF) provides fellowship support and safe-haven placements to artists facing immediate, severe and targeted threats to their lives or artistic careers. Successful fellows are placed with host institutions in safe countries where they can continue their artistic work, develop their practice and plan for their future. The programme accepts artists from any artistic discipline and any country.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Accommodation
- Travel
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Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$80,000
Center for Environmental Journalism Scripps Fellowship
The Ted Scripps Fellowship in Environmental Journalism is a prestigious nine-month professional fellowship administered by the Center for Environmental Journalism (CEJ) at the University of Colorado Boulder. Established in 1993, the program enables accomplished journalists to step away from daily newsroom responsibilities and deepen their understanding of environmental science, policy, law, and sustainability issues. Fellows audit university courses, attend weekly seminars, participate in field trips to leading scientific institutions, and pursue independent journalistic projects. The fellowship aims to strengthen environmental reporting and produce journalism that addresses pressing global challenges
Other Benefits:
- Living Expenses
- Flights
- Travel
- +3
Deadline: Aug 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$20,000
Doha Film Festival 2026 Open Call
The Doha Film Festival (DFF) 2026 is an international platform organized by the Doha Film Institute (DFI) to celebrate original storytelling and support emerging filmmakers from Qatar, the Arab world, and the global film community. The festival brings together filmmakers, audiences, and industry professionals through screenings, competitions, networking events, and awards. The 2026 edition will take place from 19–27 November 2026 in Doha, Qatar. For this cycle, submissions are open exclusively for short films across several competition categories.
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
- Collaborations
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: Aug 1, 2026
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Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2026
The Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) is a Nigerian government initiative designed to increase access to finance for businesses and organizations in the creative and cultural industries. It supports growth, innovation, job creation, and market expansion across sectors such as film, music, fashion, publishing, gaming, art, and cultural tourism.
Other Benefits:
- Funding
- Grant
Deadline: Aug 4, 2026
- ClosedCreative£5,000 - £15,000
Sub; Saharan Africa, Connect & Create: Collaboration Grant 2026
The Connect & Create Collaboration Grant supports teams of visual artists and cultural professionals to create and present finished artistic works. It encourages - Cross-border collaboration. - Peer learning and exchange. - Equal partnerships between African and European practitioners. - Public exhibitions and audience engagement. - Production of completed artistic outputs rather than research or training. Projects should result in: 1. A jointly developed concept. 2. Production of a final artwork. 3. Public presentation (physical or digital). 4. Audience engagement activities. The programme emphasizes creativity, cultural dialogue, and sustainable partnerships
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Exhibition Support
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +1
Deadline: Aug 12, 2026
- ClosedCreative£5000 - £15000
British Council Arts Grants
British Council Arts Grants are a collection of funding programmes administered by the British Council to support artists, creative practitioners, cultural organizations, and international collaborations. Rather than a single grant, these programs include opportunities such as Connections Through Culture (CTC), Creative Commissions, mobility grants, festivals, and collaborative projects.
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
- Grant
Deadline: Aug 12, 2026
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Connections Through Culture Grants
Connections Through Culture (CTC) supports collaborative artistic projects between the UK and eligible partner countries. Grants are available for artists, creative organisations, festivals, biennials, architects, designers, and cultural professionals working together on cross-cultural projects.
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Production Expenses
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Aug 12, 2026
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Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship
The Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship 2026 is a fully funded 10-week professional training program organized by the Misk Art Institute in partnership with the MAXXI Museum Curatorial Office in Rome, Italy. The program immerses participants in the research, interpretation, and development of exhibitions and curatorial projects within one of Europe's leading contemporary art and architecture institutions. Interns work alongside professional curators and contribute to active exhibitions, strengthening their skills in curatorial writing, critical thinking, archival research, and exhibition development
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Mentorship
- +3
Deadline: Aug 15, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
FUJIFILM GFX Challenge Grant Program 2026
The FUJIFILM GFX Challenge Grant Program supports photographers and videographers with innovative visual storytelling projects. Applicants submit a creative project proposal, and selected recipients receive funding, equipment support, mentorship, and opportunities to showcase their work internationally
Other Benefits:
- Technical Support
- Grant
- Mentorship
- +2
Deadline: Aug 17, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Adobe Creative Residency: Museums Programme
The Adobe Creative Residency programme partners with leading museums such as the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) to support emerging artists and creative practitioners. Residents receive mentorship, studio access, professional development, and the opportunity to create public-facing work while engaging with museum collections and communities.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Studio Support
- Training
- +2
Deadline: Aug 21, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
MTN Foundation/Muson Music Scholarship Program 2026/2027 for aspiring Musicians.
The programme provides talented young musicians with the opportunity to receive professional music education at the prestigious MUSON School of Music in Lagos, Nigeria. Since inception in 2006 and in partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), the premium music school in Nigeria, MTN Foundation has been providing fully funded scholarships to talented young Nigerians annually to acquire an internationally recognized Diploma in Music.
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Training and Mentorship
Deadline: Aug 23, 2026
- ClosedBuilder€10,000 - €50,000
Open Call: Fresh Perspectives 2026
The Fresh Perspectives Open Call funds cross-sector collaborations that use design, architecture, and digital culture to address societal challenges such as climate change, migration, housing, inequality, and social cohesion.
Other Benefits:
- Funding
Deadline: Aug 25, 2026
- ClosedCreativeUp to $5,000
Creative New Zealand: Development Fund for Artists and Practitioners
Supports artists and creative practitioners to develop new work, skills, collaborations, and creative practice.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Equipment
- Collaborations
- +1
Deadline: Aug 27, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Development Fund for Artists and Practitioners
The Development Fund for Artists and Practitioners supports individual artists and creative practitioners seeking to strengthen their professional practice. The fund can be used for activities such as mentorships, workshops, residencies, research, networking, and other professional development opportunities that build long-term creative careers rather than funding the production of a creative project itself.
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Networking
- Mentorship
- +3
Deadline: Aug 27, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
ASEF LinkUp Program 2026
ASEF LinkUp 2026 is a professional development and cultural diplomacy programme connecting arts and cultural practitioners with government and public-sector representatives from Asia and Europe. The 2026 edition focuses on reimagining inclusive, ethical and sustainable cultural relations, including who has access to international cultural exchanges and what makes cross-border collaboration sustainable.
Other Benefits:
- Networking
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Partnerships
Deadline: Aug 27, 2026
- ClosedCreative£500 - £3000
Africa Writes Festival Artist Support
Africa Writes Festival Artist Support is part of the Africa Writes Festival, an annual celebration of African and African diaspora literature organized by the Royal African Society (RAS) in the United Kingdom. The support program assists selected writers, poets, performers, and literary artists with participation in the festival through travel grants, accommodation support, performance opportunities, networking, and international exposure. The festival showcases contemporary African storytelling and provides a platform for artists to connect with publishers, readers, cultural institutions, and fellow creatives. Support may vary by edition, but the goal is to ensure diverse African voices are represented at the festival. The program is not a startup accelerator or business grant; it is primarily an artist and literary participation support initiative.
Other Benefits:
- Event Support and Fees
- Grant
Deadline: Aug 28, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
True Blue Fellowship 2027
The True Blue Fellowship supports young people around the world who are using creative arts to address ocean, waterways or climate-change challenges in their communities. Fellows receive project funding, mentorship and capacity-building support while developing and implementing their projects over the fellowship year. Applications can be submitted by individuals, groups or organisations, making this particularly useful for young creatives working on environmental storytelling and advocacy. ([bowseat.org](https://bowseat.org/programs/true-blue-fellowship/apply/?utmsource=chatgpt.com))
Other Benefits:
- Funding
- Mentorship
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +2
Deadline: Aug 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeINR550,000
Impart & Nalli Research Fellowships 2027-28
The Impart & Nalli Fellowships support independent research and creative projects exploring underexplored textile histories, practices and traditions across South Asia. For the 2027–28 cycle, two Research Fellowships will be awarded, each providing INR 5.5 lakh to support one year of independent research and project development. The fellowship runs from January to December 2027.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Exhibition Support
- Publication
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
AIR in Tainan: Tsung-yeh Artist-in-Residence 2027
AIR in Tainan's Tsung-yeh Artist-in-Residence Programme provides an international residency opportunity for artists to develop site-specific creative projects at the historic Tsung-yeh Arts and Cultural Center in Tainan. The 2027 programme is built around the theme “Site-Specific Art”, encouraging artists to respond to Tainan's hydrology, terrain, ecology, humanities and the historical context of the Tsung-yeh site. The programme promotes international artistic exchange and interaction with local communities
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Research Support
- +3
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Mozart International Music Competition 2026
The Mozart International Music Competition is an online international classical music competition open to musicians, singers, ensembles, composers, conductors and music-video creators worldwide. Participants submit video recordings of their performances for evaluation by an international jury. The competition has a Preliminary Round followed by a Final Round for selected participants. ([mozart-competition.com](https://mozart-competition.com/?utmsource=chatgpt.com))
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Competition
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$350 - $750
UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition 2026
The UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition 2026 invites amateur and professional photographers to capture inspiring examples of how Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) equips young people with skills for the future. The 2026 competition focuses on equity and inclusion, green skills and sustainability, digital transformation and artificial intelligence, and innovation and excellence.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Global Media Exposure
- +1
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$5,000
Liu Shiming Artist Grants 2026
The Liu Shiming Artist Grants are annual awards established by the Liu Shiming Art Foundation to support emerging visual artists during the first decade of their careers. The grants are intended to help artists create or complete new projects that engage with the relationship between traditional, cultural, or historical influences and contemporary artistic practices. The Foundation aims to encourage multicultural dialogue and foster artistic innovation inspired by the legacy of renowned Chinese sculptor Liu Shiming. Each year, up to five artists are selected by a panel of curators, artists, and art professionals
Other Benefits:
- Studio Support
- Artist Development
- Project Support
- +2
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
International Portrait Photographer of the Year 2027
The International Portrait Photographer of the Year Awards celebrate outstanding portrait photography from professionals and amateurs worldwide. Winners receive cash prizes, global recognition, and publication opportunities.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
- Public Exhibition Opportunities
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative£500 - £2,000
Oxford Poetry Prize 2026
The Oxford Poetry Prize 2026 is an international poetry competition organized by Oxford Poetry, one of the United Kingdom's oldest literary magazines. The prize recognizes outstanding unpublished poems in English and aims to support both emerging and established poets worldwide. Winning poems are published in Oxford Poetry, providing recipients with international recognition and exposure. This year's guest judge is Rowan Ricardo Phillips
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Research Support
- Publication
- +1
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative£5,000
Hugo Burge Foundation: Creative Individuals Fund 2026
The Creative Individuals Fund supports individual artists and creative practitioners across the United Kingdom who are developing artistic projects or advancing their creative practice. The fund is open across all creative disciplines and is intended to help artists bring new ideas and projects to life
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Artist Development
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$2,000
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEA) 2026
The Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program supports creative entrepreneurs operating for-profit creative businesses through business training, mentorship, and micro-grants to strengthen and grow their enterprises.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Training
- Grant
Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
- ClosedCreative$200 - $700
Best in Rural Writing Contest 2026
The Best in Rural Writing Contest is an international writing competition celebrating fiction and nonfiction connected in some way to rural life, places or experiences. The 2026 contest is the fourth annual edition and is judged by author Will Weaver. Ten shortlisted entries will be selected, with finalists having the opportunity to be published by The Milk House.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$24,000
Achterhaus 3-Month Artist Residency Grants 2027
Achterhaus offers two fully funded three-month residencies in Hamburg for international visual artists living outside Germany. The programme provides artists with dedicated time, accommodation, financial support and access to Hamburg's artistic community while they develop their practice.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Accommodation
- Stipend
- +1
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAUD$10,000 - AUD$50,000
Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups
The Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups grant supports artists, creative practitioners, and groups to deliver projects that benefit Australia's arts sector and audiences. Funding can be used for the creation of new work, collaborations, exhibitions, performances, publications, creative development, and community engagement projects.
Other Benefits:
- Production Expenses
- Audience Engagement
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAUD $20,000 - $100,000
Arts Projects for Organisations
The Arts Projects for Organisations program provides project funding to organizations delivering arts activities that benefit artists, audiences, and communities across Australia. The program supports the creation, presentation, promotion, and development of artistic works and encourages collaboration, innovation, audience engagement, and professional development across all art forms. Eligible projects may be national or international in scope and should contribute to a vibrant and sustainable arts sector.
Other Benefits:
- Production Expenses
- Community Engagement
- Training
- +1
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity: Fifth Cycle (2026)
The National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity supports emerging and established UAE creatives through grants that strengthen the country's cultural and creative sectors. The programme funds projects that preserve cultural heritage, promote innovation, and contribute to the UAE's creative economy.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Artist Development
- Funding
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
Ripples Center for Data and Investigative Journalism Africa Fund
The RCDIJ Africa Fund is a grant program established by the Ripples Centre for Data and Investigative Journalism (RCDIJ), a Nigerian non-profit organization founded by Ripples Nigeria. The fund supports small- to medium-scale data-driven and investigative journalism projects that promote accountability, transparency, and social change across Africa. The fund aims to strengthen investigative journalism by providing financial support and editorial guidance to journalists working on stories of public interest. Successful projects are published through Ripples Nigeria with full editorial support.
Other Benefits:
- Living Expenses
- Production Funding
- Cash Award
- +2
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAU$20,000–AU$100,000
Creative Australia: Arts Projects for Organisations
The Arts Projects for Organisations program supports arts organisations delivering projects that benefit artists, audiences, and communities. Funding can be used for artistic creation, presentation, audience engagement, professional development, and collaborations.
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
- Collaborations
- Artist Development
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts: 2027 Session One Residencies
Kimmel Harding Nelson provides residency opportunities for artists and writers seeking uninterrupted time to focus on creative work. Residents work independently within a supportive artistic community and can develop new or existing projects.
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Accommodation
- Studio Support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Surel's Place Artist-in-Residence Program 2027
Surel's Place offers artists an immersive residency in Boise, Idaho, providing dedicated time and space for artists to work on their creative practice. The programme supports artists across multiple disciplines and encourages interaction with the local community.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative€2,000 - €8,000
INHABIT Artist-in-Residence 2027
The INHABIT Artist-in-Residence Programme invites artists working in performing arts and music to collaborate with scientists and researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics in Frankfurt. The programme encourages interdisciplinary exchange between artistic practice and scientific research, with residents developing a project that can take the form of an exhibition, performance, concert or another public format.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Technical Support
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Berlinale Talents 2027
Berlinale Talents is one of the world's most respected development programs for emerging filmmakers. Every year, hundreds of filmmakers, producers, writers, editors, and creative professionals are selected to participate in masterclasses, workshops, project labs, and networking sessions during the Berlin International Film Festival.
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Networking
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 2, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Creation & Transitions Residency Programme 2026-27
The Creation & Transitions Residency Programme supports emerging and established artists developing research and creative projects connected to contemporary artistic practices and social, environmental or technological transitions. Residents work from Casa de Velázquez in Madrid, benefiting from a multidisciplinary artistic and research environment, interaction with other residents and access to the institution's facilities and professional network. Casa de Velázquez confirms that it runs calls for artistic creation residencies and short-term grants
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Research Support
- Networking
- +2
Deadline: Sep 3, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
Epic MegaGrants: Cycle 2 (2026)
Epic MegaGrants is an equity-free funding program supporting creators, indie developers, startups, and innovators using Unreal Engine or creating open-source tools that benefit the real-time 3D ecosystem. It supports projects in games, film, animation, virtual production, architecture, simulation, education, and immersive experiences
Other Benefits:
- Equity-free grant funding
- Technical Support
- Mentorship
- +1
Deadline: Sep 4, 2026
- ClosedCreative€2,000 - €5,000
Scuola Piccola Zattere International Fellowship 2027
The Scuola Piccola Zattere International Fellowship is a 3-month fellowship in Venice for artists and cultural practitioners working outside the Venetian area. The 2027 fellowship forms part of the institution's third season, “Living Document,” and provides selected fellows with dedicated time and space to develop ongoing artistic or research practices while engaging with Venice's artistic community and the programme's interdisciplinary research themes. Two fellows will be selected.
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Accommodation
- Grant
- +3
Deadline: Sep 4, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
RARO Buenos Aires Residency: October 2026
R.A.R.O. Buenos Aires is an international artist residency built around a network of more than 28 local artists' studios and cultural spaces, rather than a single studio. The six-week October–November 2026 Macro-Residency gives participants four weeks to develop their creative processes across selected studios, followed by a final exhibition. Residents also receive curatorial meetings, workshops, advisory sessions and opportunities to connect with artists and the Buenos Aires cultural scene.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Exhibition Support
Deadline: Sep 4, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
FORMAT27 International Photography Festival Open Call
FORMAT27 invites photographers, artists, curators, and collectives worldwide to submit exhibition and event proposals around the 2027 festival theme, "Play." Selected projects will be exhibited during the FORMAT International Photography Festival in Derby, UK.
Other Benefits:
- Exhibition Support
- Global Recognition
- Production Expenses
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
- ClosedCreative€6,000
CTM Festival: In Listening 2027
In Listening is CTM Festival's new format replacing its long-running Radio Lab. The 2027 open call seeks works rooted in experimental sound practices and audio art, particularly projects exploring the boundaries between sound, noise, music, storytelling, poetry, documentation and listening. Selected works will be developed into both a live presentation at CTM Festival 2027 in Berlin and a radio work for Deutschlandfunk Kultur and ORF.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Technical Support
- Accommodation
- +1
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
- ClosedCreative£2,500
Aesthetica Creative Writing Award 2027
The Aesthetica Creative Writing Award is an internationally recognized literary competition celebrating outstanding poetry and short fiction. Open to writers worldwide, the award seeks original works that demonstrate excellence in form, creativity, and storytelling. Winning and shortlisted entries are published in the Aesthetica Creative Writing Annual 2027, providing significant international exposure alongside cash prizes and professional development opportunities.
Other Benefits:
- Prize
- Publication
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
International Granada Writers in Residence Programme 2026
The International Granada Writers in Residence Programme provides an international literary residency for writers from around the world. Two selected writers will spend 30 nights in Granada, developing their literary work while engaging with Granada's literary community through workshops, educational activities and other cultural events. The 2026 residency will take place at the historic Corrala de Santiago, University of Granada.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Accommodation
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Earth Journalism Network: Virtual Media Workshop on Mining, Environment & Human Rights Reporting in Africa 2026
This virtual workshop is designed for African journalists and media practitioners reporting on the intersection of mining, environmental issues and human rights. Participants receive training and practical guidance on investigative and evidence-based environmental reporting.
Other Benefits:
- Training
- Mentorship
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 6, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Sónar+D / Fundación Cotec: KNOWCASE 2026
KNOWCASE is an opportunity for creators working at the intersection of digital culture, technology and creative practice. Selected work is presented within an international digital-culture environment, giving creators visibility among artists, technologists and innovation professionals.
Other Benefits:
- Exhibition Support
- Global Media Exposure
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
EPPO 75th Anniversary Photography Contest 2026
The EPPO 75th Anniversary Photography Contest celebrates EPPO's 75th anniversary by inviting photographers to submit images illustrating the diversity, importance and impact of plant protection across the EPPO region. Twelve winning photographs will be selected for inclusion in the EPPO 2027 Calendar.
Other Benefits:
- Global Media Exposure
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedCreative€7,500 - €25,000
Platform Dalí Residency 2027: What Is Real?
Platform Dalí's 2027 residency is an international art-and-science research and creation programme built around the question “What is real?”. Five artists will be selected to undertake residencies within leading scientific research institutions in Barcelona, developing new artistic work through direct interaction with scientists and researchers. The programme encourages artists to use scientific research environments as spaces for experimentation, enquiry and creative development.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Research Support
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedCreative€100,000
KNOWCASE Digital Culture Open Call 2027
The KNOWCASE Digital Culture Open Call seeks an original, previously unexhibited digital-culture installation to occupy KNOWCASE, a street-level exhibition space at Fundación Cotec's headquarters in Madrid. The selected proposal will combine art, technology, science, research, knowledge and data with social impact, while encouraging public participation, critical thinking and reflection. The winning installation is expected to be exhibited from 2027 onwards for a minimum of 24 months.
Other Benefits:
- Exhibition Support
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Creative Impact Fund 2026: Round 2
The Creative Impact Fund supports projects that create meaningful artistic, cultural, and community impact across Aotearoa New Zealand. The fund invests in ambitious creative initiatives that strengthen artistic practice, audience engagement, and long-term sustainability within the arts sector.
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Project Support
Deadline: Sep 7, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
New Leaders Programme
The New Leaders Programme is designed to equip emerging leaders in New Zealand's arts and creative sector with leadership skills, strategic thinking, and professional development. Participants receive structured learning experiences, mentorship, and opportunities to strengthen leadership within creative organisations and communities
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Networking
- Residency
Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Liège International Comedy Film Festival 2026
The Liège International Comedy Film Festival (FIFCL) is an international film festival dedicated exclusively to comedy in all its forms, including pure, romantic, social, dramatic, surreal, burlesque, dark and musical comedy. The 11th edition will take place in Liège from 10–14 November 2026. Filmmakers can submit eligible short films, feature films and certain comedy documentaries for the Official Selection
Other Benefits:
- Global Media Exposure
- Global Recognition
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
MacDowell Fellowship
The MacDowell Fellowship (commonly called the MacDowell Residency) is one of the oldest and most prestigious artist residencies in the United States. Founded in 1907, it provides artists with fully funded, uninterrupted time and space to focus on their creative work in a rural retreat in Peterborough, New Hampshire, USA. MacDowell supports artists working across disciplines, including: Literature (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, playwriting) Visual arts Music composition Selected fellows receive private studios, accommodation, meals, and complete creative freedom. The program is designed to remove all financial and logistical distractions so artists can focus entirely on producing new work. MacDowell has hosted many influential artists, including winners of Pulitzer Prizes, MacArthur “Genius Grants,” and Nobel Prizes
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Studio Support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 10, 2026
- ClosedCreativeUp to $3,000
International Awards Associate (IAA) Photography Awards 2026
The IAA Photography Awards recognize exceptional photographers from around the world across professional, amateur, student, and special photography categories. Winners receive international recognition, award certificates, promotional opportunities, and cash prizes in selected categories.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 10, 2026
- ClosedCreative$1,000
Dezi Art Prize 2026
The Dezi Art Prize is a global juried competition for visual artists. It provides unrestricted grants to support artists' practice, along with professional promotion, portfolio visibility, and career support.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Media Exposure
- Prize
Deadline: Sep 10, 2026
- ClosedCreative€15,000 - €1.5M
Fondazione Prada Film Fund: Development & Post-production 2026
The Fondazione Prada Film Fund is an annual funding programme supporting independent feature films with strong artistic, intellectual and cultural value. The 2026 call supports projects at the development, production and post-production stages, with €1.5 million in total funding available for up to 14 projects. There are no restrictions based on geography, genre, theme or language.
Other Benefits:
- Funding
- Technical Support
Deadline: Sep 10, 2026
- ClosedCreative$78,000 stipend
Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship 2027
The Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship is among the world's most prestigious residencies for artists, journalists, and scholars. Fellows spend one year at Harvard developing ambitious projects while engaging with a multidisciplinary community.
Other Benefits:
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 11, 2026
- ClosedCreativeUp to £25,000
Learning Through Making Fund
The Learning Through Making Fund supports UK-based visual arts organisations that want to increase opportunities for hands-on creative practice through art education. The programme encourages projects that explore materials, experimentation, collaboration, and creative learning. Funding is intended for organisations looking to pilot new approaches, improve access to making activities, or integrate material exploration into existing educational programmes
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Transportation
- Artist Development
- +3
Deadline: Sep 11, 2026
- ClosedCreative$2,000 - $12,000
Brave New Visions: Creativity as Rebellion: PhotoVogue Global Open Call
Brave New Visions: Creativity as Rebellion is a global open call by PhotoVogue inviting photographers, video makers, and multimedia artists to submit original visual storytelling projects. Selected artists receive grant funding, international recognition, exhibition opportunities, and potential publication across Vogue's global editions
Other Benefits:
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 11, 2026
- ClosedCreative$12,000
PhotoVogue Global Open Call 2026
The PhotoVogue Global Open Call 2026, titled "Brave New Visions: Creativity as Rebellion," is an international initiative by PhotoVogue, Vogue's platform dedicated to conscious visual storytelling. The open call seeks photographers, video makers, and multimedia artists whose work engages critically with the present and demonstrates originality, artistic courage, and a distinctive visual language. Selected artists gain global visibility through the PhotoVogue Festival, potential publication across Vogue's international editions, and participation in PhotoVogue Virtual Portfolio Reviews
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
- Cash Award
- Training
- +4
Deadline: Sep 11, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Martin Roth Initiative: Temporary Relocation to Germany 2027
The Martin Roth-Initiative provides temporary relocation and protection stays in Germany for artists and cultural actors who face threats, persecution or restrictions because of their work or other circumstances. Selected participants are hosted by a non-profit cultural organisation in Germany, allowing them to continue their artistic or cultural work in a safer environment. The 2027 funding round supports stays beginning as early as 1 March 2027
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Training
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: Sep 11, 2026
- ClosedCreative$500
Abebi AfroNonfiction Fellowship 2026
A Pan-African fellowship supporting emerging women nonfiction writers developing original nonfiction projects. The programme combines virtual development, mentorship and an in-person residency in Lagos.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Mentorship
- Fellowship
- +1
Deadline: Sep 12, 2026
- ClosedCreative$500 - $1,650
OBORO Residency Program 2027-2028
OBORO's Residency Program supports artists working in visual arts, media arts and digital arts through a research-focused residency. The programme is designed for artists whose practices engage with contemporary social, philosophical and technological questions and encourages diverse perspectives and experimentation
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Research Support
- Airfare
- +1
Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
- ClosedCreativeCHF1,400
Art & Stories Residency 2027
The Art & Stories Residency is a 3-month international artist residency in Geneva supporting artists whose projects make substantial use of the archives of international organisations. The programme encourages artists to transform archival materials: documents, reports, photographs and other records: into new artistic works and narratives. Accessible archives include those of organisations such as the UNHCR, United Nations, ILO, ICRC, IFRC, WHO and WIPO.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Residency Support
- Curatorial support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
World Grand Prix Photography Awards: Autumn 2026
The World Grand Prix Photography Awards is an international photography competition open to professional photographers, amateurs, enthusiasts and students. The Autumn 2026 season accepts individual photographs across architectural, fine-art, commercial, documentary, nature, experimental and mobile photography categories. Photographers can submit multiple works, with each image entered separately.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Global Media Exposure
- Publication
Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
- ClosedAcademia£8,000
SHAPE Involve and Engage
The SHAPE Involve and Engage programme supports researchers who want to create innovative public engagement projects based on humanities and social sciences research. Rather than funding new research, it helps researchers collaborate with galleries, libraries, archives, museums (GLAM organisations), or performing arts organisations to make research accessible and meaningful to wider audiences through exhibitions, performances, workshops, and other engagement activities.
Other Benefits:
- Collaborations
- Production Expenses
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 15, 2026
- ClosedCreative€2,500 - €5,000
Andreu World International Design Contest 2026
The 25th Andreu World International Design Contest is an international design competition celebrating 25 years of supporting emerging design talent. The 2026 special edition, “Manufacturing the Future,” challenges students and professional designers to create innovative seating and/or table designs that address contemporary challenges through responsible manufacturing, circular-economy principles and conscious material use.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Cash Award
- Competition
Deadline: Sep 16, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Pavilion Atlas International Architecture Competition 2026
Pavilion Atlas is an international ideas competition inviting architects and designers to propose innovative pavilion concepts. Winning entries receive monetary awards, certificates, and the possibility of further development through the organizer's network.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Cash Award
- Publication
- +1
Deadline: Sep 16, 2026
- ClosedCreative$750 - $1,250
World Usability Design Challenge 2026
The World Usability Design Challenge 2026 invites designers and multidisciplinary teams to demonstrate how user research and usability evaluation directly influenced design decisions. This year's theme is “Designing a Sustainable Future with Ethical AI.” Projects can address areas such as climate change, healthcare, education and other domains, but must involve AI technologies and demonstrate meaningful human-centred design.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Cash Award
Deadline: Sep 18, 2026
- ClosedBuilder$330 - $420
Harpswell Leadership Residency 2027 in Cambodia
The Harpswell Leadership Residency is a professional development and residential leadership opportunity for international women with university degrees. Leadership Residents live at Harpswell's leadership centres in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, where they mentor, teach, support and collaborate with Cambodian Women’s Leadership students and alumnae. The programme focuses on women's leadership, education, social change and cross-cultural exchange.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Travel
- Stipend
- +2
Deadline: Sep 18, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026: Season 3
The Vivaldi International Music Competition is an international online music competition accepting entries from musicians, singers, composers, conductors, ensembles and other music creators. Season 3 of 2026 allows participants to submit performance videos or composition materials online, making it accessible to applicants worldwide without travelling to a physical competition venue.
Other Benefits:
- Competition
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 19, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Yennenga Academy 2027
Yennenga Academy is a professional development programme for young African filmmakers and filmmakers from the African diaspora. The programme forms part of the 30th edition of FESPACO and gives emerging filmmakers an opportunity to interact with experienced film professionals, discover the industry environment and build professional relationships. The 2027 edition will take place from 28 February to 5 March 2027 in Ouagadougou.
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Mentorship
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: Sep 20, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design
The UIA–HYP CUP is an international architectural design competition for students. Participants submit innovative architectural concepts responding to the annual design brief. Winning entries receive cash prizes, certificates, and international recognition.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Sep 20, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Brahms International Online Music Competition 2026: Season 4
The Brahms International Online Music Competition is an international online classical music competition open to musicians of all ages and nationalities. Season 4/2026 accepts applications from soloists, composers, conductors and chamber ensembles. The preliminary round is completely free, with selected participants invited to a paid final round.
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 20, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
FESPACO 2027 Call for Films
FESPACO 2027 is accepting film submissions from African filmmakers and filmmakers from the African diaspora for its 30th edition. The festival provides an important platform for African cinema, with opportunities for visibility, recognition, professional networking and engagement with the African and international film industry. Eligible works include feature films, documentaries, short films, series and animation.
Other Benefits:
- Networking
- Global Media Exposure
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 20, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Design Sector Internationalisation Grant Scheme
This grant helps Dutch designers and design organisations expand their international presence through exhibitions, collaborations, research, networking and professional development. The programme is intended to strengthen international partnerships while increasing the global visibility of the Dutch design sector.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Research Support
- Collaborations
- +2
Deadline: Sep 22, 2026
- ClosedCreative£18,000
Miles Morland Writing Scholarships 2026
The Miles Morland Writing Scholarship supports African writers who want to use the scholarship year to write a new full-length book in English. Both fiction and non-fiction are eligible. The scholarship is intended to give writers the financial freedom to concentrate on producing a new manuscript rather than balancing writing with other work.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Mentorship
- Research Support
Deadline: Sep 22, 2026
- ClosedCreative£18,000 - £27,000
Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarships 2026
The Miles Morland Foundation Writing Scholarships support African writers by providing financial assistance to complete the first draft of a new book in English. The programme is open to writers of fiction and non-fiction and is designed to give recipients the time and financial freedom to focus on writing. Scholars are expected to produce at least 10,000 new words each month during the scholarship period.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Mentorship
- Books
Deadline: Sep 22, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
GEMA Africa Awards 2026
The GEMA Africa Awards celebrate excellence in African entertainment, media, creativity and storytelling, recognising standout work across platforms involved in the production, broadcasting and streaming of entertainment content. The 2026 awards include categories covering areas such as animation, design, campaigns, content and other creative work.
Other Benefits:
- Networking
- Global Media Exposure
Deadline: Sep 22, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Banff Centre: Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism Residency 2027
Write Over Here: Indigenous Futurism is a writing-focused residency supporting Indigenous writers exploring speculative, futuristic and imaginative approaches to literature. The programme provides dedicated time for writers to develop their work within Banff's interdisciplinary arts environment.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Studio Support
Deadline: Sep 23, 2026
- ClosedCreative€1,000 - €100,000
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026
The Buildner's Unbuilt Award is an international architecture and design competition celebrating visionary projects that have not yet been built. It provides a global platform for architects, designers, students, and creative professionals to showcase innovative concepts and gain international recognition.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
- Global Media Exposure
- +1
Deadline: Sep 23, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
Horizon Europe: Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society Calls 2026
Horizon Europe Cluster 2 funds collaborative research and innovation projects that strengthen democracy, preserve cultural heritage, support the cultural and creative industries, and promote inclusive social and economic development across Europe.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Collaborations
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Sep 23, 2026
- ClosedCreative$500 - $2,000
Career Opportunity Grants 2026-2027
The Career Opportunity Grant supports individual artists by helping them take advantage of significant career-development opportunities, such as exhibitions, performances, residencies, conferences, workshops, and other activities that can advance their professional practice
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Career Development
- Exhibition Support
Deadline: Sep 23, 2026
- ClosedAcademiaAmount varies
DAAD Study Scholarships: Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Music
The DAAD Study Scholarship for Music supports highly talented international graduates who wish to pursue a Master's degree or postgraduate artistic training at a state-recognized music institution in Germany. The scholarship is intended to help musicians develop their artistic and professional careers while studying with internationally recognized faculty. Students may specialize in instrumental performance, vocal studies, composition, conducting, jazz, church music, or other music-related disciplines.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Health Insurance
- Travel
Deadline: Sep 24, 2026
- ClosedCreative£10,000
National Lottery Rural Engagement Arts Programme (REAP) 2026
The National Lottery Rural Engagement Arts Programme (REAP) supports arts projects that improve access to arts and cultural activities in rural communities across Northern Ireland. The programme focuses on reducing isolation, promoting social inclusion, and increasing participation in the arts through community-led creative initiatives
Other Benefits:
- Community Engagement
- Project Support
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 24, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Creative Fellowship Fund 2026
The Creative Fellowship Fund provides financial support to established artists and creative practitioners to pursue ambitious creative projects that contribute to New Zealand's arts sector. The fellowship gives recipients dedicated time and resources to create, research, experiment, and develop new artistic work with significant cultural impact.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Training
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Sep 24, 2026
- ClosedCreative$25,000 - $50,000
Creative New Zealand: Creative Fellowship Fund 2026 (Round 2)
The Creative Fellowship Fund supports artists and creative practitioners by providing dedicated time to develop their artistic practice, create new work, and advance their careers. Fellowships are intended to give recipients the freedom to focus on their creative practice over an extended period.
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 24, 2026
- ClosedCreative$8,000 total grants
MENA Panorama by PhotoVogue 2026
MENA Panorama is an international PhotoVogue initiative designed to elevate visual artists from the Middle East and North Africa. The program seeks photography, video, and multimedia projects exploring identity, culture, belonging, and social issues. Selected artists receive grants, opportunities for publication, and participation in the 2027 PhotoVogue Festival
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 24, 2026
- ClosedCreativeUp to $4,000
Africa No Filter: Voices for Climate Justice 2026
A 12-month storytelling initiative supporting African storytellers who can create compelling narratives around climate justice. Selected participants receive training, mentorship, content amplification and grants to develop stories exploring the relationship between climate change, debt, gender, fossil fuels and African communities.
Other Benefits:
- Funding
- Mentorship
- Training
- +1
Deadline: Sep 25, 2026
- ClosedAcademia€7,000
NABA International Scholarship Competition 2026
NABA is offering scholarship competitions for students applying to eligible Bachelor's, Master's, and Academic Master's programmes at its Milan, Rome, and London campuses. Awards are based on portfolio quality and competition performance
Other Benefits:
- Academic Merit Awards
- Competition
Deadline: Sep 25, 2026
- ClosedAcademia$90,000
New York Public Library Cullman Center Fellowships 2027
The Cullman Center Fellowship is a prestigious nine-month residential fellowship in New York City for outstanding scholars, writers and other creative professionals whose projects would benefit directly from the research collections at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. The fellowship supports academics, independent scholars, journalists, novelists, playwrights, poets, translators and visual artists working on book projects. Fellows spend the academic year researching and developing their projects while participating in the intellectual community of the Cullman Center
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Research Support
Deadline: Sep 25, 2026
- ClosedCreative€10,000
Un/fund 04: Supporting Under Represented Visual Artist
un/fund 04 is an international funding initiative designed to support underrepresented, unrepresented, and emerging lens-based visual artists worldwide. The program seeks photographers, filmmakers, cinematographers, directors, and videographers who have strong creative ideas but limited access to traditional funding and representation. The initiative provides four distinct opportunities: direct project funding, an artist residency, a publishing award, and a year-long mentorship. The goal is to help promising visual artists create ambitious work, gain industry exposure, and develop sustainable creative career.
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Cash Award
- Training
- +4
Deadline: Sep 25, 2026
- ClosedCreative$10,000
Foundwork Artist Prize 2026
The Foundwork Artist Prize recognizes outstanding contemporary artists working in any visual art discipline. The winner receives an unrestricted cash grant and an interview published by Foundwork.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 25, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Allingham Flash Fiction Competition 2026
The Allingham Flash Fiction Competition is an international writing competition for adult writers, held as part of the 2026 Allingham Arts Festival in Ballyshannon, County Donegal. Writers are invited to submit original flash fiction of no more than 700 words. The competition is open internationally, with a €300 first prize and the opportunity for the winner to read their work at the festival's awards ceremony.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Media Exposure
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Sep 27, 2026
- ClosedCreative€24,000
Ars Biologica ArtXScience Residency 2027-28
A fully funded ArtXScience residency bringing artists, designers and creative collectives into direct collaboration with scientists. The programme explores ecological futures and environmental challenges including climate change, sustainable agriculture, water resources and geoengineering.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Travel
- Funding
- +3
Deadline: Sep 28, 2026
- ClosedCreative$70,000,000
Partnership Agreement Grants 2027
The Partnership Agreement Grants support state arts agencies and regional arts organizations in strengthening arts infrastructure, expanding public access to the arts, and delivering statewide and regional arts initiatives across the United States
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Partnerships
Deadline: Sep 29, 2026
- ClosedCreative£150,000 - £200,000
Design Generators: Round Two
Design Generators Round Two funds projects that combine design-led approaches with arts and humanities research to support the green transition. Successful projects are expected to develop innovative design solutions with environmental and societal impact.
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
- Collaborations
Deadline: Sep 29, 2026
- ClosedCreative$250 - $1,500
SAM Artist Residency 2027/28
SAM Residencies Cycle 4 is a fully supported international residency programme running from June 2027 to December 2028. The Artist Residency is designed for artists and collectives developing new artistic research, experimentation and modes of making. The 2027/28 cycle is organised around three thematic strands: Listening/Attuning, Making/Material Cultures, and Beyond Human/Interdependence.
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Stipend
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +2
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€5,000 - €10,000
Prince Claus Fund Cultural Emergency Response
The Prince Claus Fund Cultural Emergency Response (CER) programme provides rapid-response funding to protect cultural heritage threatened by conflicts, natural disasters, climate change, or other emergencies. Managed by the Prince Claus Fund and implemented in partnership with the Cultural Emergency Response (CER) initiative, the programme supports artists, museums, archives, libraries, heritage professionals, and cultural organizations in safeguarding endangered cultural assets.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative$5,000
Yaa Asantewaa Art Prize 2026
The Yaa Asantewaa Art Prize 2026 is the sixth edition of Gallery 1957's flagship prize dedicated to supporting women artists. Named after the legendary Ghanaian Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa, the prize celebrates artistic excellence and female leadership. For the first time, the prize expands beyond Ghana to Senegal through a partnership with the Institut Français du Sénégal. Two winners: one Ghanaian and one Senegalese artist: will participate in a unique cultural exchange residency between the two countries. The initiative aims to develop into a leading platform for female African artists.
Other Benefits:
- Flights
- Accommodation
- Travel
- +2
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€250 - €1,000
The Moth Nature Writing Prize 2026/2027
The Moth Nature Writing Prize is an annual international literary competition that celebrates exceptional nature writing. The prize recognizes unpublished poetry and prose that explore the writer's relationship with the natural world through outstanding literary craftsmanship. Winners receive cash prizes, a writing retreat, and publication in The Irish Times online. The competition is judged anonymously each year by a distinguished writer.
Other Benefits:
- Prize
- Publication
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
Halcyon Fellowship
Halcyon Fellowship empowers impact-driven entrepreneurs through residency programs, mentorship, and business development support to help scale solutions to global challenges.
Other Benefits:
- Residency Support
- Training
- Mentorship
- +3
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeS$250 -S$1,500
SAM Community & Education Residency 2027/28
The SAM Community & Education Residency is part of SAM Residencies Cycle 4 (2027/2028) and supports practitioners working at the intersection of artistic practice, education and community engagement. Residents develop and experiment with approaches that connect contemporary art with communities, learning and public engagement. The programme is open internationally and is organised around three thematic strands: Listening/Attuning, Making/Material Cultures, and Beyond Human/Interdependence.
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Stipend
- Accommodation
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€1,300
Munich International Youth Fellowships 2027 in Germany
The Munich International Youth Library Fellowship supports international researchers, doctoral candidates, graduates and authors working on children's and young adult literature or closely related subjects. Fellows spend 6 weeks to 3 months conducting research at the International Youth Library at Blutenburg Castle in Munich, with access to one of the world's major collections of children's and youth literature.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeR50,000
South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Full Art Scholarship 2027
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Full Art Scholarship is a fully funded, one-year scholarship awarded to a qualifying Fine Arts student for the 2027 academic year. The scholarship aims to support talented South African artists who demonstrate academic excellence, artistic ability, and financial need while pursuing advanced studies in Fine Arts at an accredited South African tertiary institution
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Books
- Accommodation
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€100,000
MICROHOME 2026 Architecture Competition
MICROHOME 2026 is an international architecture competition challenging architects and designers to develop innovative, sustainable micro-home concepts. Winning designs receive cash prizes and worldwide recognition from leading architecture professionals
Other Benefits:
- Prize
- Publication
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative£1,000
Hammond House International Scriptwriting Prize 2026
The Hammond House International Scriptwriting Prize is part of the 2026 Hammond House International Literary Prize, an international writing competition open to writers worldwide. The scriptwriting category accepts one original script of up to 10 pages in theatre, radio, short film, television or comedy sketch formats.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative£5,000
Tom Stoddart Award for Excellence 2026
The Tom Stoddart Award for Excellence supports an established photographer working on a long-form documentary photography project that is nearing completion. The selected photographer receives the opportunity to work with renowned publisher GOST Books to turn the project into a professionally produced photobook. The award honours the legacy of British photojournalist Tom Stoddart and his contribution to photojournalism.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Travel
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
La Manchoza Art Residency 2027
La Manchoza's 2027 residency, “Living with the Land,” is designed for artists and writers seeking focused time, space and inspiration in an off-grid environment in Jalisco, Mexico. Residents work independently while engaging deeply with the surrounding landscape, local knowledge, materials and community.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeCAD $8,722
Banff Centre: Soundweavings 2027
Soundweavings is a residency opportunity for artists working with sound, music and interdisciplinary sonic practices. The programme provides time and space for creative experimentation, research and development within Banff's multidisciplinary artistic environment.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Workshops and Masterclasses
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€8 million
Africa/Europe Partnerships for Culture: Connect & Create 2027
Connect & Create 2027 supports cultural cooperation between Africa and Europe through two funding opportunities: Circulation, which supports the circulation of performing arts and music, and Professional Mobility, which supports cultural professionals attending major international events.
Other Benefits:
- Funding
- Grant
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative$800
Hayama Artist Residency 2027
The Hayama Artist Residency is a 4-week international visual arts residency in Hayama, Kanagawa, Japan. The June 2027 programme aims to introduce artists from around the world to Japanese culture while providing them with an opportunity to exhibit their work in Japan. Residents live in a small coastal Japanese town and participate in a group exhibition during their stay.
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
WFOLIO Photo Awards 2026
The WFOLIO Photo Awards 2026 is a free international photography competition open to professional and amateur photographers. The competition features 25 categories and 75 winners, covering areas ranging from portraits, weddings and landscapes to wildlife, reportage, fashion, mobile photography and AI-generated photography
Other Benefits:
- Competition
- Global Recognition
- Prize
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€445,000
Connect & Create: Circulation of Performing Arts and Music 2027
Connect & Create supports the international circulation of African performing arts and music by funding tours and participation in major international festivals and cultural events. The 2027 call supports projects taking place between February and December 2027 in Africa, Europe or both regions. The programme is designed to increase the visibility of African artistic work while building long-term professional relationships and international cultural networks.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Visa
- Networking
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative€10,000 to €20,000
Connect & Create: Professional Mobility 2027
Connect & Create: Professional Mobility supports international organisations and events in Africa and Europe that host delegations of cultural professionals working in the performing arts and music sectors. The programme facilitates professional exchanges through tailored programmes involving networking, training, conferences, B2B meetings and exposure to local and international artistic scenes.
Other Benefits:
- Visa
- Travel
- Accommodation
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative£50 - £1,000
Hammond House International Poetry Prize 2026
The Hammond House International Poetry Prize is part of the 2026 Hammond House International Literary Prize, an annual international writing competition open to writers worldwide. The 2026 poetry category asks entrants to submit one original poem of no more than 40 lines based on this year's theme, “Destiny.” Shortlisted poems are published in the Hammond House annual anthology.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedBuilderAmount varies
OTJ Fellowship: Class of 2027
The OTJ Fellowship is a fully funded residential programme for emerging African thinkers, researchers, writers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Fellows spend a year in an interdisciplinary learning environment developing a major research or impact project while receiving mentorship from leading academics and practitioners.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Residency Support
- +2
Deadline: Sep 30, 2026
- ClosedCreative$1,000
The Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry
The Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry is an annual literary award administered by the African Poetry Book Fund (APBF) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and funded by American poet and philanthropist Glenna Luschei. The prize honors the best book-length poetry collection published each year by an African poet and seeks to celebrate excellence in African poetry while increasing the visibility of African voices worldwide. The award recognizes collections that demonstrate exceptional artistic quality and contribute significantly to contemporary African literature. Since its establishment in 2015, it has become one of the most prestigious poetry awards dedicated to African poets
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Artist Development
- Research Support
- +1
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative$50,000
Whiting Awards
The Whiting Award is one of the most prestigious awards for emerging writers in the United States. Established in 1985 by the Whiting Foundation, it recognizes exceptional promise and early achievement in: Fiction Nonfiction Poetry Drama Each year, 10 writers receive US$50,000 in unrestricted prize money to support their literary careers. The award is designed to give writers the freedom to devote more time to their craft. Many recipients later go on to win major honors such as the Pulitzer Prize, National Book Award, and MacArthur Fellowship. Importantly, writers cannot apply directly; candidates are nominated confidentially by invited experts
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Grant
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- ClosedCreativeDKK10,000 - DKK75,000
Koda Working Grant (Arbejdslegat) 2026
The Working Grant supports composers and sound artists developing new music and experimental sound projects. Funding is intended to provide time and resources for artistic exploration and creation.
Other Benefits:
- Career Development
- Research Support
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- ClosedAcademia$5,000 - $78,000
Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship
The Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship supports outstanding scholars, scientists, artists, journalists, and public intellectuals by providing time, funding, and access to Harvard University's research environment to pursue ambitious projects
Other Benefits:
- Production Funding
- Relocation Assistance
- Studio Support
- +1
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
- ClosedCreative€40 - €2,000
Luxembourg City Film Festival 2027: Young Audience
The Luxembourg City Film Festival Young Audience competition is part of the 17th edition of the Luxembourg City Film Festival, taking place from 4–14 March 2027. The Young Audience programme focuses on films suitable for children and teenagers and forms part of the festival's wider film-education programme. Selected films compete for the Young Jury Prize – by Kinepolis, worth €2,000.
Other Benefits:
- Prize
- Global Recognition
- Competition
Deadline: Oct 2, 2026
- ClosedCreativeAmount varies
Mesa Refuge Residencies 2027
Mesa Refuge offers two-week residencies for writers and activists who need dedicated time and space to develop projects addressing pressing issues such as nature, climate, social justice, economic equity and related contemporary issues. The residency takes place in Point Reyes Station, California, where three residents live together in a house with private and shared spaces. International applicants are welcome
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Residency
- Workshops and Masterclasses
Deadline: Oct 4, 2026
- TodayCreative$2,000 - $10,000
Earth Partner Prize 2026
The Earth Partner Prize 2026 is an international creative competition organized by Earth Partner, the sustainability division of Art Partner, in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and Re:wild. The prize aims to amplify young voices addressing the ecological crisis through art and creative expression. The competition encourages artists and creatives aged 14–30 to explore issues such as climate justice, biodiversity conservation, Indigenous rights, environmental activism, greenwashing, regeneration, and the mental and physical impacts of climate change. Selected works receive cash awards and global exposure, with opportunities for showcasing around international climate events
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Networking
- Publication
- +1
Deadline: Oct 7, 2026
- 1d leftCreative€1,100
Institut français × Cité internationale des arts Residency Programme 2027-28
This international residency programme supports artists and cultural professionals who wish to develop research and creative projects in Paris. Selected participants can undertake residencies lasting three, six or nine months between April 2027 and April 2028.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Research Support
- Travel
- +1
Deadline: Oct 8, 2026
- 5d leftCreativeAUD $100
Australian Tapestry Workshop: 2027 Open Call Residency
The Australian Tapestry Workshop's 2027 residency programme supports artists interested in exploring tapestry weaving, textiles and contemporary fibre practices. The open call provides access to ATW's specialist weaving environment and technical expertise.
Other Benefits:
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Studio Support
- Equipment
- +1
Deadline: Oct 12, 2026
- 7d leftCreative$10,000
Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF) FY2027
The Creative Accelerator Fund (CAF) is a professional development grant designed to strengthen the creative workforce by supporting individual artists in expanding their artistic practice and careers. The program invests in artists through direct funding that can be used for career advancement, skill development, and creative growth
Other Benefits:
- Artist Development
- Project Support
Deadline: Oct 14, 2026
- 2w leftCreative$1,500
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC): Creative Projects Grant
The Creative Projects Grant supports visual artists in creating new work for public presentation. Funding can be used for exhibitions, installations, public art, video art, performance art, curatorial projects, and art writing. Projects must take place after the grant is awarded and within one year of receiving funding.
Other Benefits:
- Community Engagement
- Exhibition Support
- Project Support
- +1
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftAcademia€992
DAAD Study Scholarships: Postgraduate Studies in Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication and Film
This scholarship supports international graduates who wish to continue their artistic education in Germany through postgraduate study in Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication, Illustration, Photography, Digital Media, Animation, or Film. Successful applicants receive funding to study at Germany's leading art and design institutions while building international creative networks
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Health Insurance
- Travel
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftCreative€5,000 - €50,000
LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2027
The LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize is an international award celebrating contemporary craftsmanship that combines exceptional technical skill with artistic vision, originality and innovation. The 2027 edition is the Prize's 10th edition and is open to professional artisans worldwide. The winner will receive €50,000, while two Special Mentions may each receive €5,000. Thirty finalist works will be selected for an exhibition in Europe in spring 2027.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftAcademia€992
DAAD Study Scholarships: Postgraduate Studies in the Fields of Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication and Film
This DAAD scholarship supports graduates pursuing postgraduate studies in Fine Art, Design, Visual Communication, and Film at accredited German universities. It offers talented creatives the opportunity to develop their artistic practice in Germany while benefiting from financial support and international academic exposure.
Other Benefits:
- Stipend
- Health Insurance
- Travel
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftCreative€50,000
LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2027
The LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize celebrates excellence in contemporary craftsmanship, recognizing artists whose work combines innovation with traditional techniques.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
- Exhibition Support
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
- 2w leftCreative£500
Loughborough University Arts Scholarship
The Loughborough University Arts Scholarship recognises students with exceptional artistic talent alongside academic achievement. Successful applicants receive financial support and access to professional development opportunities while studying at the university.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
Deadline: Oct 18, 2026
- 2w leftCreative£10,000
Aesthetica Art Prize 2027
The Aesthetica Art Prize is an international award celebrating excellence in contemporary art. Selected artists gain exhibition opportunities, publication in Aesthetica Magazine, and international exposure.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Publication
- +1
Deadline: Oct 18, 2026
- 3w leftCreative€1.4 million
Perform Europe 2026-2028 Open Call
Perform Europe is a funding programme that supports the international touring and presentation of performing arts projects across Creative Europe countries. The programme encourages sustainable, inclusive, and equitable cross-border collaboration among performing arts professionals and organizations while promoting innovative touring models
Other Benefits:
- Collaborations
- Artist Development
Deadline: Oct 22, 2026
- 3w leftCreativeAmount varies
World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ2027) Travel Fellowship: UK
The WCSJ2027 Travel Fellowship/Travel Grant will support selected science journalists who would otherwise face financial barriers to attending the 14th World Conference of Science Journalists, taking place in London from 6–9 September 2027. The organisers have confirmed that travel fellowships and scholarships will be available to help make the conference accessible to participants globally.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Travel
Deadline: Oct 23, 2026
- 3w leftCreativeR800,000
AfrikaBurn Art Grant 2027
AfrikaBurn provides grants for artists, makers, architects, designers, performers, and creative collectives developing large-scale interactive artworks, installations, mutant vehicles, performances, and other creative projects for the annual AfrikaBurn event
Other Benefits:
- Project Support
Deadline: Oct 24, 2026
- 3w leftCreative$87,500
HEBS Global Crown Championship 2026
An international championship for professionals in beauty, fashion, hair, makeup, nails, and creative direction.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Media Exposure
- Global Recognition
- +1
Deadline: Oct 25, 2026
- 3w leftBuilder€1,500 - €2,500
International Vouchers 2026
he International Vouchers programme helps designers, architects, and digital culture practitioners build international collaborations, attend international events, and expand their professional networks.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Networking
Deadline: Oct 27, 2026
- 4w leftCreative$20,000. -$90,000
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans 2027
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans supports 30 exceptional immigrants and children of immigrants pursuing full-time graduate or professional degrees in the United States. Fellows receive up to $90,000 over two years, along with access to a national alumni network and professional development opportunities. The fellowship is merit-based and open to applicants across all fields of study
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Funding
- Stipend
- +1
Deadline: Oct 29, 2026
- 4w leftCreative£5,000
National Poetry Competition 2026
The National Poetry Competition is an annual international poetry competition run by The Poetry Society since 1978. It is one of the UK's major competitions for a single unpublished poem, welcoming poets at every stage of their careers. The 2026 competition is judged by Niall Campbell, Malika Booker and Luke Kennard.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Publication
- Competition
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftCreative$13,000
The Hope Prize 2026/2027
The Hope Prize is an international short story competition that celebrates stories exploring the theme of hope in its broadest sense. The competition seeks original, unpublished fiction that reflects resilience, courage, kindness, or optimism. Winning stories receive substantial cash prizes, publication in an anthology published by Simon & Schuster Australia, and international recognition.
Other Benefits:
- Prize
- Publication
- Networking
- +1
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftCreativeAmount varies
Black Heart Foundation Art Scholarship: Cohort 2
The Black Heart Foundation Art Scholarship supports talented students pursuing education in creative disciplines. The scholarship aims to remove financial barriers for aspiring artists and creative professionals by funding tuition and approved educational expenses.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftCreativeHKD 3,000
Origin CG International Creativity Competition 2026
An international digital art and computer graphics competition recognizing outstanding work in animation, VFX, game art, concept art, character design, and digital illustration. The competition is open to both students and professionals worldwide.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
- Competition
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftBuilder$155,000 - $285,000
MATS Residency Program 2027
The Machine Alignment, Transparency & Security (MATS) Residency is a full-time research programme for researchers working on AI alignment, transparency, safety and security. Residents develop their own research agenda with significant independence while receiving mentorship, research support and access to computing resources. The programme is based in London, Berkeley and Washington, DC.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Relocation Assistance
- Health Insurance
- +2
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftCreative€1,500 - €2,000
STAEDTLER International Creative Challenge
An international art competition inviting creators to produce original work around the theme "Around the World." Participants compete across multiple award categories and country-level awards, with international recognition and travel prizes available.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Travel
- Prize
Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
- 4w leftCreativeAmount varies
Michael D. Eisner Arts & Culture Fellowship 2027
The Michael D. Eisner Arts & Culture Fellowship is a two-year leadership programme for accomplished leaders across the global arts and culture ecosystem. It brings together artists, creators, performers, producers, curators, financiers, cultural entrepreneurs and other arts leaders who want to expand their leadership and social impact. The 2027 cohort will participate in four week-long seminars and become lifelong members of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.
Other Benefits:
- Tuition
- Networking
Deadline: Nov 3, 2026
- 5w leftCreative€120,000
Creatives For Our Future 2026
Creatives For Our Future is a global education and grant programme supporting emerging creatives who use their creative practice to develop solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The programme supports young creatives working across areas such as fashion, design, art, architecture and engineering, combining financial support with education, mentorship and access to an international creative network. The fifth edition opens for applications on 9 September 2026.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Mentorship
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +1
Deadline: Nov 9, 2026
- 5w leftCreative€20,000
Swarovski Foundation
The Creatives for Our Future programme is a global grant and education initiative created by the Swarovski Foundation in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships. It supports young creatives who are developing innovative solutions that advance one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Selected participants receive a substantial grant, one-to-one mentoring, educational masterclasses, and access to an international network of creative leaders.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Grant
Deadline: Nov 9, 2026
- 6w leftCreative$10,000
Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund 2026
The Adobe Creative Residency Community Fund commissions creators to produce creative projects, tutorials, workshops, and community-focused content. The programme supports visual artists, photographers, designers, filmmakers, illustrators, and other creative professionals.
Other Benefits:
- Mentorship
- Creative workspace
Deadline: Nov 15, 2026
- 6w leftCreative$26,000.00
The Hopper Prize Spring 2027 Grant
The Hopper Prize is an international grant for emerging and established visual artists. It supports artists working across all media and provides unrestricted grants to help them produce new work and advance their careers.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Exhibition Support
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Nov 17, 2026
- 7w leftCreativeAmount varies
Creative Leadership Conference 2026: Pakistan
The Creative Leadership Conference (CLC) 2026 is a two-day international leadership and innovation conference taking place in Islamabad, Pakistan, on 18–19 November 2026. It focuses on AI, technology, e-commerce, startups, leadership and innovation and is open to both national and international participants. The conference offers fully funded, partially funded and self-funded participation options.
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
Deadline: Nov 19, 2026
- 7w leftCreativeAmount varies
Canva Innovation Grant 2026
The Canva Innovation Grant supports nonprofit organizations and social-impact teams using design and visual storytelling to create positive change. The programme provides funding and design resources to help organizations expand their impact.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Mentorship
Deadline: Nov 20, 2026
- 7w leftCreative$175,000
International Songwriting Competition (ISC) 2027
Global competition for amateur and professional songwriters across multiple music genres.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Equipment
- Global Media Exposure
- +1
Deadline: Nov 23, 2026
- 8w leftCreative$5,000 - $25,000
Sony World Photography Awards
One of the world's most prestigious photography competitions, recognizing professional, student, youth, and open-category photographers. Winners gain international exposure, prizes, exhibitions, and career opportunities.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Equipment
Deadline: Nov 27, 2026
- 8w leftCreative$500 - $3,000
Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants
The Emergency Grants programme provides urgent, project-based funding to contemporary and experimental artists who have a sudden opportunity to present completed work publicly or who face unexpected/unbudgeted expenses for a project close to completion. Support is available for visual and performing artists and poets, with projects taking place in the U.S. or abroad
Other Benefits:
- Airfare
- Accommodation
- Artist Development
Deadline: Dec 1, 2026
- 10w leftCreative$5,000
Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2027
The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is a global competition for emerging filmmakers. It is free to enter and recognizes outstanding short films across multiple categories. Shortlisted filmmakers are flown to Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles for an immersive industry programme featuring workshops, masterclasses, studio tours, networking, and the awards ceremony. Winners also receive cash prizes and Sony digital imaging equipment.
Other Benefits:
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +3
Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
- 12w leftCreativeAmount varies
Canva Create Grants Program 2026
The Canva Create Grants Program supports designers, educators, nonprofits, and community creators developing creative projects that promote accessibility, education, and social impact using Canva's platform.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Mentorship
- Project Support
Deadline: Dec 30, 2026
- 13w leftCreative$250 - $500
Hyperallergic rolling arts: writing pitches
Hyperallergic is an independent publication focused on contemporary art, visual culture and the social and political forces shaping the art world. It welcomes concise, original pitches for reported stories, reviews, opinion pieces, remembrances and other forms of arts writing. The publication looks for distinctive perspectives, strong arguments and stories that offer something its audience is unlikely to find elsewhere.
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Global Media Exposure
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftCreativeRMB 10,000
A4 Residency Art Center: International Residency Programme 2027-28
The A4 Residency Art Center in Chengdu runs a multidisciplinary international residency designed to encourage cross-cultural exchange and interdisciplinary creative practice. The programme welcomes artists and creatives working across visual arts, performance, music, film, sound, architecture and design.
Other Benefits:
- Research Support
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- Networking
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftCreative$500
Futurefarmers Artist in Residence
The Futurefarmers Artist in Residence (AIR) programme provides an interdisciplinary environment for artists, designers, writers and architects to develop independent projects while collaborating with the Futurefarmers studio. The programme encourages research, experimentation and knowledge exchange, with residents able to balance their own work with collaborative Futurefarmers projects. Futurefarmers has hosted more than 25 artists from 13 countries since the programme began.
Other Benefits:
- Residency
- Research Support
- Collaborations
- +1
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftCreative$76,500
OPPO Photography Awards 2026
The OPPO Photography Awards is a global competition for photographers and videographers using eligible OPPO, OnePlus, or realme devices. Winners receive cash prizes, global exposure, and recognition.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Global Recognition
- Exhibition Support
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftCreative$50,000
Pollock: Krasner Foundation Grant
The Pollock-Krasner Foundation provides unrestricted grants to exceptional professional visual artists to support the continued development of their artistic practice. Funding can be used for materials, studio expenses, exhibitions, professional opportunities and other needs that allow artists to meaningfully pursue their work. The programme supports artists internationally.
Other Benefits:
- Exhibition Support
- Residency
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
- 13w leftCreative$60,000
Jerome Hill Artist Fellowship
The Jerome Hill Artist Fellowship supports artists who take creative risks and contribute to their artistic communities. Fellows receive unrestricted funding and are encouraged to pursue self-designed creative plans. Forty-five artists are selected every three years.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Training
- Collaborations
- +1
Deadline: Jan 1, 2027
- 13w leftCreative$5,000
Sony World Photography Awards 2027: Single Image
The Sony World Photography Awards 2027 Single Image competition celebrates the impact of an individual photograph. Photographers can submit their strongest single images taken during 2026, with entries judged across 10 categories. The competition is international, free to enter, and open to photographers regardless of career stage.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Equipment
- Flights
- +3
Deadline: Jan 5, 2027
- 14w leftCreativeAmount varies
Anderson Center Artist Residency Program 2027
The Anderson Center Artist Residency Program provides two- to four-week residencies for artists, writers, musicians and performers to create, develop or complete work. The 2027 programme is open to early-career, mid-career and established artists from anywhere in the world, across a broad range of creative and intellectual disciplines. Residents work within an interdisciplinary cohort of approximately five artists.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Workshops and Masterclasses
- +1
Deadline: Jan 12, 2027
- 15w leftCreative$8,000 - $12,000
Ucross Fellowship Program 2027
The Ucross Fellowship offers uninterrupted time and space for artists, writers, composers, and performers to develop creative projects. The residency is located on a 20,000-acre ranch in Wyoming and is considered one of the most respected artist residencies in North America.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Networking
- +2
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
- 15w leftCreative€10,000 - €50,000
IDFA Bertha Fund
The IDFA Bertha Fund (IBF) is a funding program of the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) dedicated to strengthening independent, author-driven documentary filmmaking in regions where access to film financing and distribution is limited. Established in 1998, the fund supports emerging and established filmmakers creating bold, artistic, and socially relevant documentaries.
Other Benefits:
- Production Funding
- Grant
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
- 15w leftCreative$10,000
Luminarts Fellowship 2027
The Luminarts Fellowship is a prestigious fellowship supporting emerging artists in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Classical Music, and Jazz Improvisation. Fellows receive unrestricted funding, professional development opportunities, mentorship, public recognition, and access to a strong artistic network to advance their careers.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Mentorship
- Networking
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
- 15w leftCreative€1,000 - €10,000
World Press Photo Contest 2027
Prestigious international competition recognizing excellence in photojournalism and documentary photography.
Other Benefits:
- Cash Award
- Exhibition Support
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Jan 18, 2027
- 17w leftCreative£100
ARRIVAL Rolling Artist Grant
The ARRIVAL Rolling Artist Grant is a simple, free micro-grant designed to provide direct financial support to artists. Artists submit their work through the online application, and once a round reaches 1,000 valid submissions, one eligible artist is selected to receive a £100 grant. A new round begins immediately after each completed round.
Other Benefits:
- Grant
- Curatorial support
Deadline: Jan 31, 2027
- 23w leftCreativeAmount varies
Bogliasco Fellowship
The Bogliasco Fellowship is among Europe's most respected international residencies for artists and scholars. Around 60 fellowships are awarded annually to individuals with significant achievement in their disciplines. Residents spend one month in Bogliasco, Italy, focusing exclusively on their creative or scholarly projects.
Other Benefits:
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Residency Support
- +2
Deadline: Mar 11, 2027
- 23w leftCreativeAmount varies
Communication Arts Photography Competition 2027
The Communication Arts Photography Competition recognizes outstanding photography in advertising, editorial, institutional, and unpublished categories. Winning entries are featured in the internationally distributed Communication Arts Photography Annual.
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Global Recognition
Deadline: Mar 12, 2027
- 34w leftCreative€250,000
CEWE Photo Award 2027
The CEWE Photo Award is a major international photography competition under the theme “Our world is beautiful.” It is open to both amateur and professional photographers worldwide, with photographers able to submit up to 100 images for free across ten categories. The 2027 edition introduces The World in Abstract as a new category and offers approximately €250,000 in total prizes across 1,000 winning positions.
Other Benefits:
- Global Recognition
- Global Media Exposure
- Equipment
- +3
Deadline: May 31, 2027
- 60w leftCreativeAmount varies
Africa Is a Country: Unsolicited Submissions
Africa Is a Country is an independent publication offering critical perspectives on African social, political and cultural issues. It welcomes unsolicited submissions from writers and other contributors whose work is timely, compelling, well-researched and accessible. The publication particularly values perspectives that challenge conventional narratives about Africa and its diaspora.
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Global Media Exposure
Deadline: Nov 30, 2027
- 60w leftCreativeAmount varies
It’s Nice That Creative-Work Submissions
It’s Nice That accepts creative work from around the world for potential editorial features on its website and social channels. The publication is particularly interested in boundary-pushing creative work and welcomes submissions from all professional levels, from emerging solo creatives to established studios and agencies.
Other Benefits:
- Global Media Exposure
- Publication
Deadline: Nov 30, 2027
- 65w leftCreative$100
Brittle Paper Rolling Literary Submissions
Brittle Paper is an online literary platform focused on literature from the African continent and its diaspora. Its rolling submissions programme welcomes original literary work across fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, essays, book reviews, literary commentary and other writing with a literary bent. The publication is particularly interested in writing that is short, sharp and exciting.
Other Benefits:
- Publication
- Global Media Exposure
Deadline: Dec 31, 2027
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