Funding in the Field of Visual Arts

The state of Burgenland continuously provides financial resources for visual arts and supports diverse cultural initiatives with a regional focus. Funding is granted for exhibitions, art projects, and workshops, as well as for the publication of high-quality art catalogs and targeted art acquisitions. Private individuals, non-profit organizations, interest groups, and associations may apply for grants, provided there is documented relevance to Burgenland and a standardized funding application is submitted. An independent expert jury reviews all submissions and issues a statement to ensure that the projects meet the highest content and artistic standards.

Applications can be submitted at any time and are based on the Burgenland Cultural Funding Act. The Office of the Burgenland State Government acts as the service provider, guaranteeing prompt processing with approximately 2,000 employees. Prerequisites for approval include a properly completed application, a positive recommendation from the independent Advisory Board for Visual Arts, and the submission of all relevant project documents. Upon completion of the project, a proper audit is conducted based on reconciled original receipts to verify the appropriate use of funds. This funding is specifically aimed at visual artists and cultural associations seeking to anchor and sustainably develop their creative work in Burgenland.