Apply Now: Spaces of Culture 2026 Grant (Up to €50,000 for Cultural Projects in Sub-Saharan Africa) @Saharan Africa)

Overview

The Spaces of Culture 2026 Call for Proposals, launched by EUNIC Global, is a major funding opportunity supporting innovative cultural relations projects across Sub-Saharan Africa with grants of up to €50,000 per project.

Eligibility

This call is open to organizations planning to implement projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. To be eligible, applicants must form a triangular partnership that includes:

• At least three local cultural or civil society organizations
• At least three full EUNIC members (or two in countries without a EUNIC cluster)
• The involvement of an EU Delegation

Applicants must also be able to contribute a minimum of 5% co-funding to the project budget.

Benefits

• Funding of up to €50,000 to implement your project
• Opportunity to collaborate with European and African partners
• Access to a wider cultural relations network
• Strengthened institutional capacity through joint project development
• Increased visibility for your organization
• Contribution to long-term Africa-Europe cultural partnerships

How to Apply

The application process requires careful preparation and collaboration among partners. Applicants must:

• Develop a project concept jointly with partners
• Share a one-page concept note with partners before 30 April 2026
• Complete the official application templates, including the application form, budget (in EUR), and support letters
• Submit the application via email

All applications must be written in English and submitted using the official templates provided in the call documents. Applications should be sent to the designated email address as outlined in the official call.

Deadline

The deadline for applications is 21 June 2026 (23:59 CAT).