EU Grants for Arts & Culture

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the arts & culture sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 30 of 731 grant calls

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Affordable and sustainable primary equipment for Future-Ready multi-terminal HVDC Systems

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Development of direct recycling processes (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Strengthening skills and capacity for the deployment of EU Missions

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Industrial scale up and circularity pathway for IPV technologies (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Understanding and overcoming barriers to the scale-up of innovations supporting EU Missions

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Long-lifetime and optimised use of materials in recyclable Ag and In-free Si PV modules (EUPI-PV Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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MSCA COFUND 2026

HORIZON TMA MSCA Cofund Doctoral programme, HORIZON TMA MSCA Cofund Postdoctoral programme

Budget:€105 457 362
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Digital Education: AI-powered Personalised Learning Pathways for Basic Skills

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Adult Education: Support to the Regional Skills Partnerships in the Pact for Skills

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Micro-credentials – focus on eco-systems

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Digital Education Content: success factors in decision making and use by teachers, trainers and school/institution leaders

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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School Education: STEM Education Centres

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Digital Education: Public-private partnerships for ethical design, development and use of Artificial Intelligence tools in education and training

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Vocational Education and Training: Improving transparency and recognition of VET qualifications

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Adult Education: Motivation in Motion: Empowering Adults to Up- and Reskilling

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:April 8, 2026
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Call for proposals to National Roma Contact Points

CERV Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 500 000
Deadline:April 9, 2026
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Twinning

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€264 500 000
Deadline:April 9, 2026
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Developing innovative phytosanitary treatments for regulated plant pests to support safe international trade

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Integrating a holistic perspective in microbiome research for resilient, competitive and sustainable food systems

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Leveraging R&I knowledge on microbiome

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Tackling pesticide resistance: early detection, management strategies, and foresight

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Energy-efficient software-defined EVs (2ZERO Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Accelerating the development of breeding tools for perennial crops, specifically fruits and nuts

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Advancing basic knowledge and developing tools for sustainable management of key migratory fish species

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Safety of renewable low and zero-carbon waterborne fuels in port areas: risk assessment, regulatory framework, and guidelines for safe bunkering, handling and storage (ZEWT partnership)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Living labs to enhance soil health in managed forests and in natural/semi-natural lands

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€24 000 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Open topic: Boosting organic farming for a competitive, sustainable and resilient farming sector

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€13 500 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Sustainable and healthy diets for cardiovascular diseases prevention with the support of digital applications

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Green Transition Food Processing Africa

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Strengthening the EU plant protection ecosystem for a future-proof agriculture

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Arts & Culture EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Arts & Culture sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Arts & Culture sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Arts & Culture sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Arts & Culture EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.