Asian Cultural Council (ACC)Grants 2027, International Cultural Exchange
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The Asian Cultural Council provides grants and fellowships to artists, scholars, arts professionals, and eligible cultural organizations to support meaningful cultural exchange between Asia and the United States, as well as within Asia. The programme supports immersive experiences that help participants learn from other cultures, build professional relationships, develop their artistic practice, and exchange knowledge. For the 2027 funding cycle, ACC offers several routes, including Individual Fellowships, New York Fellowships, Graduate Fellowships, and Organization Grants. Each route has its own eligibility requirements.
Requirements checklist
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Must meet the eligibility requirements of the specific fellowship or grant.
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Individual applicants generally must be citizens or legal permanent residents of an eligible country or region.
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Practising artists, scholars, and arts professionals generally need at least five years of relevant professional experience. Graduate Fellowship applicants are exempt from this experience requirement.
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Proposed activities must focus on cultural exchange and immersive learning, not simply producing or promoting a predetermined creative work.
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Must provide the required application documents, such as a CV, biography, personal statement, work samples, and recommendation letter, depending on the grant.
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Organization Grant applicants must represent an eligible, registered arts or cultural organization with the required programming experience.
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Applications must be submitted through ACC's official application platform.