Projects and Institutions in the Field of Culture, Art, and Cultural Education

This funding program from the State of North Rhine-Westphalia targets a wide range of actors in the cultural, artistic, and educational sectors. It supports projects by municipalities, public and private legal entities, associations, and individuals within the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The goal is to sustainably strengthen and develop the region's cultural landscape.

The funding program supports a wide range of measures in the fields of culture, art, and cultural education, anchored in various fields of action of the NRW Cultural Funding Act. The funded projects can encompass different stages of development, from the development of cultural infrastructure to artistic experiments. Only expenses directly attributable to the project are eligible for funding, while imputed costs are excluded.

Funding is provided as a grant, primarily in the form of fixed-sum financing, to ensure planning certainty for projects. The funding amount varies depending on the project volume, with smaller projects potentially receiving a higher funding rate.

To receive funding, applicants must meet certain legal and financial requirements. These include credible estimation of revenues and expenditures, and adherence to the principles of economy and frugality. Special regulations apply to civic engagement and insurance.

The application procedure requires written submission to the responsible district government. An early start of measures is possible under certain conditions. The disbursement of the grant occurs in installments.

The funding program is based on the NRW Cultural Funding Act and is implemented through the General Guideline for the Promotion of Projects and Institutions in the Field of Culture, Art, and Cultural Education. It is subject to the budgetary regulations of the NRW State Budget Code.