Franco-German Cultural Fund
The Franco-German Cultural Fund supports innovative joint French-German cultural projects in third countries, promoting dialogue and addressing contemporary issues through diverse artistic and intellectual disciplines.
Funder: Institut français
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (concept note/preliminary budget) | February 2027 (full application/detailed proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to €20,000 per project (max 50% of total project costs; higher amounts possible in exceptional cases)
Summary: Supports joint French-German cultural cooperation projects in third countries, fostering innovation and dialogue across arts and intellectual fields.
Key Information: Only French and German cultural institutions/networks in third countries are eligible to apply.
Description
The Franco-German Cultural Fund is designed to promote and support cultural cooperation initiatives led by French and German diplomatic and cultural networks operating in third countries (outside France and Germany). The fund encourages joint projects across a wide spectrum of artistic and intellectual disciplines, including architecture, visual arts, cinema, digital creation, debating ideas, literature, crafts, design, performing arts, and music. The core aim is to foster dialogue, innovation, and cross-cultural understanding by supporting initiatives that address contemporary issues and promote shared Franco-German values through culture.
Each funding cycle may have a specific thematic focus; for the most recent cycle, the theme was "the fight against disinformation and the role of culture in imagining contemporary responses." Projects must demonstrate collaboration between French and German networks and are encouraged to involve local partners and contribute to lasting cultural impact in the host country.
