Funding Measures of the Dortmund Cultural Foundation
The Dortmund Cultural Foundation continuously supports art and cultural projects in Dortmund – from exhibitions and music and theater performances to book publications and promotion of emerging talent, as well as the acquisition of artworks.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
The Dortmund Cultural Foundation supports important cultural events and institutions in Dortmund in addition to private and public funds, in order to strengthen the cultural diversity and quality in the city as well as the attractiveness of the cultural location. The selection is made by an expert awarding committee.
Eligible to apply
- Non-profit Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Interest Groups and Other Associations
- Public Institutions
Description
The funding measures of the Dortmund Cultural Foundation are aimed at non-profit organizations, educational and public institutions, interest groups, as well as associations based in North Rhine-Westphalia that are dedicated to promoting culture, media, music, trade fairs and exhibitions, as well as foreign trade. As continuously open grant programs, they complement private and public funds to sustainably strengthen cultural diversity and quality in Dortmund. Projects in the fields of art exhibitions, music and theater performances, book publications, support for emerging artists, and art acquisitions are funded. Since its founding, the foundation has already supported over 285 initiatives and provided more than four million euros from foundation funds. The selection of funded measures is carried out by an expert awarding committee that places the highest value on innovative concepts and broad cultural impact.
Interested parties are particularly artistic event organizers, museum and theater initiatives, authors, emerging artists, as well as associations wishing to realize cultural projects in Dortmund. Applications can be submitted at any time and require a convincing project description, cost planning, and proof of non-profit status. The grants support both small formats and larger productions and help to further profile Dortmund as a vibrant cultural location. Through its funding, the Dortmund Cultural Foundation contributes to strengthening the city's cultural policy commitment and opening up sustainable prospects for local actors.
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