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Open grants for visual artists and creators worldwide — 122 active deadlines, each with the award amount, application fee and eligibility checked. Updated daily.

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Explore 122 active grants in our database. We surface funding type, application fees, and resources (studios, lodging, stipends) so you can focus on opportunities that fit your practice. Selection rotates daily; sign in for full access, career strategy building, and deadline tracking.

Ventanilla Abierta 2026 | Apoyos a la internacionalización permanente en las Artes VisualesGRANTPartial Funding

Ventanilla Abierta 2026 | Apoyos a la internacionalización permanente en las Artes Visuales

Instituto Nacional de Artes Visuales (INAV) / Dirección Nacional de Cultura (DNC) - Uruguay

Economic contribution covering between 50% and 90% of international travel costs, mitigating geographic isolation and fostering the export of national talent. Allows artists to physically attend international media art festivals, overseas gallery shows, biennials, or residencies, facilitating networking and overseeing complex technical installations.

Dec 31, 2026No direct fundingUruguay (Funding for outbound travel)
Mondriaan Fund: Artist ProjectGRANT

Mondriaan Fund: Artist Project

Mondriaan Fund

Flexible funding based on the project budget to support the execution of a concrete plan for new work, research, or collaboration.

Dec 31, 2026Flexible (based on project budget)Netherlands
European Festivals Fund for Emerging Artists (EFFEA) Call #5GRANTFully Funded

European Festivals Fund for Emerging Artists (EFFEA) Call #5

European Festivals Association (EFA)

Facilitation of residencies, production, public engagement, and institutional backing to test new performative works across diverse cultural contexts.

Nov 3, 2026€8,000 (Discovery grants) or €15,000 (Springboard grants)Cross-border European Festivals
Design Sector Internationalisation Grant SchemeGRANTPartial Funding

Design Sector Internationalisation Grant Scheme

Creative Industries Fund NL (Stimuleringsfonds)

Enables cross-border cooperation, allowing product designers to scale their practice internationally. Facilitates engagement with global manufacturing or research partners.

Sep 22, 2026€10,000 to €50,000Online (Netherlands/International)
Culture of Solidarity FundGRANT

Culture of Solidarity Fund

European Cultural Foundation (ECF)

Grant funding for projects fostering social engagement and cohesion.

New open calls are due to launch in January 2026. Check website for specific deadlines.Not specified in reportEurope-wide
Culture Helps Solidarity / Культура допомагаєGRANTPartial Funding

Culture Helps Solidarity / Культура допомагає

European Cultural Foundation

Facilitates cultural participation, cross-border networking, and professional development, with a focus on civic healing, environmental sustainability, and fair, green transition.

Dec 31, 2026Project-based financial grants (amount not specified, but nearly €2 million distributed in 2026)Europe / Ukraine
Foundation for Contemporary Arts (FCA): Emergency GrantsGRANTPartial Funding

Foundation for Contemporary Arts (FCA): Emergency Grants

Foundation for Contemporary Arts (FCA)

$500 to $3,000 to cover immediate, unexpected needs for projects close to completion.

Dec 31, 2026$500 – $3,000USA

FAQ

Who are these grants for?

Programs are open to authors at various career stages — from emerging to established professionals. Exact age, nationality, or educational criteria are always listed in the program description.

What is the difference between funding types?

We categorize programs as fully funded (covering travel, lodging, and providing a stipend), partially funded, or self-funded (where the artist covers some costs). This helps you filter options quickly.

How should I prepare my portfolio for grants?

Keep your CV, artist statement, and high-quality work images up to date. Logged-in users can use the CallOpen.art AI generator to adapt their statement to specific call requirements.

What if the deadline is approaching fast?

Use our quick-prep checklists. They help structure your application process so you can submit a polished proposal on time.

Can I apply to multiple programs at once?

Yes, this is the best strategy. Our built-in tracker lets you monitor dozens of submissions in parallel and reminds you when deadlines approach.