[Arab Fund for Arts and Culture](https://www.arabculturefund.org)

June 19, 2026 | June 13, 2025 | June 14, 2024

Up to $25,000 for individuals/teams; up to $35,000 for collectives/institutions; project duration max 2 years.

Supports the creation, production, and promotion of innovative music projects related to the Arab region, including albums, performances, and festivals.

Applicants with an open AFAC grant or who received grants in two consecutive years are ineligible for the next two cycles.

--- ## Description The Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) Music grant provides annual support for a wide range of music-related projects, including music production, live performances, album recordings, collaborations, music-focused podcasts, and festivals. The grant is designed to nurture creativity and innovation within the Arab music scene, promote cultural exchange, and sustain music initiatives in the Arab region. Funding covers both development and production phases, supporting materials, equipment rentals, space, and professional fees, with a strong emphasis on artistic and technical collaboration. --- ## Due Dates - June 19, 2026: Full application deadline for the Music open call - June 13, 2025: Full application deadline for the Music grant - June 14, 2024: Application deadline for the Music grant Applications typically open annually for this program. --- ## Funding Amount - Individuals and teams may request up to $25,000. - Collectives and institutions may request up to $35,000. - Projects must be completed within 2 years of the grant agreement. - For grants above $10,000, recipients must demonstrate at least 50% of the remaining project budget if the grant does not cover the full budget. - Artist or institutional fees may not exceed 30% of the total grant. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals from Arab countries (22 Arab League member states), regardless of residence, citizenship, or national identification. - Also open to local, regional, and international institutions and organizations whose projects relate to Arab arts and culture. - Eligible applicants: artists, collectives, institutions, galleries, venues, nonprofit and for-profit entities. - Not eligible: - AFAC board members, staff, their business partners, or family members. - Members of the current year’s reader/juror committees for the categories they evaluate. - Applicants with an open AFAC grant. - Recipients of AFAC grants in two consecutive years (must wait two cycles before reapplying). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [the online form](https://arabculturefund.formstack.com/forms/afac_call_2) (available during open calls). - Only one application per applicant (individual or institution) per open call is allowed. - Required documents: - Project description, implementation plan, and detailed budget. - Samples of the proposed project and up to three previous works (unless first project). - Supporting materials according to project type (e.g., letters of commitment, curriculum vitae, venue agreements). - For institutions: registration documents and financial statements. - Incomplete applications or those missing supporting material will not be considered. - Supporting material must be uploaded (max 10 MB per file), or provided via links (Dropbox, Vimeo, Google Drive, etc.; WeTransfer not accepted). - All materials must remain accessible until the evaluation process is complete. --- ## Additional Information - AFAC does not fund retroactive expenses or completed projects; only costs incurred after the agreement are eligible. - Grantees must acknowledge AFAC support in all project communications and deliverables. - Reporting (narrative and financial) is required during and after the project. - Payment is distributed in installments based on project milestones and reporting. --- ## External Links - [Music Grant Program Overview](https://www.arabculturefund.org/Programs/15) - [Application Form (Sample - Individuals)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/filemanager/Applications-Preview/2024/en/661cc592d4383_Music-IND.pdf) - [Application Form (Sample - Teams)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/filemanager/Applications-Preview/2024/en/661cc59bc97b0_Music-T.pdf) - [Application Form (Sample - Collectives)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/filemanager/Applications-Preview/2024/en/661cc58e2eb60_Music-C.pdf) - [Application Form (Sample - Institutions)](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/filemanager/Applications-Preview/2024/en/661cc59765a92_Music-INS.pdf) - [Supporting Materials Checklist](https://www.arabculturefund.org/data/resources/121.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Email | |-----------------------|------------------------------------------------| | General/Technical | rachad.chamoun@arabculturefund.org | | Supporting Materials | soleil.gharbieh@arabculturefund.org | For further details, visit the [Arab Fund for Arts and Culture website](https://www.arabculturefund.org).

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