Funding for Cultural and Artistic Projects and Cultural Institutions (Sachsen-Anhalt Cultural Funding Guidelines)

The state of Sachsen-Anhalt funds cultural and artistic projects and institutions that perform tasks of statewide interest. Eligible applicants are natural and legal persons residing or based in Sachsen-Anhalt, while state authorities and enterprises are excluded from funding. Projects must have a spatial or thematic-content-related connection to the state and be of statewide, supra-regional, or regional importance.

Funding is provided for diverse cultural and artistic projects and cultural institutions in Sachsen-Anhalt that perform tasks of significant state interest. This includes both project and institutional funding, with profit-making ventures excluded from funding. Support focuses on a broad range of cultural and artistic disciplines, ranging from museums and music to digitalization and cultural heritage.

The state of Sachsen-Anhalt grants subsidies for cultural and artistic projects and institutions. The funding amount varies depending on the type of applicant and the nature of the project, with own contributions required. It is project or institutional funding, generally provided as a non-repayable grant.

Funding is linked to various conditions, including the economical and efficient use of state funds, appropriate public relations, and consideration of inclusion and accessibility. In addition, there are specific regulations regarding state aid, own contributions, and the publication of funding decisions. Certain types of projects are excluded, and strict requirements apply to accounting.

The application process requires the use of specific application forms and the submission of complete documents. The granting authority decides on the funding at its reasonable discretion and within the framework of available budget funds. For special funding areas, expert advisory boards may be involved in the decision-making process. After project completion, a detailed statement of expenditure, including a success monitoring report, must be submitted.

The Sachsen-Anhalt Cultural Funding Guidelines are based on several legal foundations, including EU regulations and state budget laws. They define the framework for granting subsidies for cultural and artistic projects and institutions and set out the associated objectives and prerequisites.