Partnerships with Local Governments
The Partnerships with Local Governments grant from Institut français funds innovative, internationally collaborative research and creative projects in arts and culture across French regions.
Funder: Institut français
Due Dates: March 15, 2026 (Hauts-de-France partnership) | September 1, 2026 (Brittany partnership)
Funding Amounts: Grant typically covers up to 50% of project costs; award size and duration vary by partnership and project type.
Summary: Supports collaborative cultural and artistic projects between Institut français and local governments across France, fostering international exchange and innovation in multiple creative fields.
Key Information: Applicants are encouraged to contact program officers before submitting; requirements and priorities vary by region.
Description
The Partnerships with Local Governments program, managed by the Institut français, promotes cultural and creative collaboration through co-funded projects with local and regional governments throughout France. The initiative targets a broad range of disciplines—including architecture, visual arts, photography, cinema, digital creation, literature, debating ideas, the French language, crafts, design, performing arts, and music. Each regional partnership (e.g., Brittany, Hauts-de-France, Occitanie, Lille, Seine-Saint-Denis) operates under its own thematic priorities and eligibility rules, with the overarching goal of strengthening international artistic exchange, enhancing the visibility of local talent, and addressing contemporary societal challenges such as gender equality and sustainability.
