Cultural Horizons Residencies Application 2026

Overview

Cultural Horizons strengthens the cultural sector in Ukraine by promoting joint EU–Ukrainian cultural initiatives and expanding access for Ukrainians affected by the war to cultural and artistic networks in Europe. Operating from 2026–2027, the programme provides subgrants for cultural and artistic projects developed through EU–Ukrainian partnerships and builds a Europe-wide network of cultural expert mentors.

The Cultural Horizons Residencies provide subgrants for EU-based institutions to implement residency and cooperation projects with Ukrainian artistic and cultural workers.

The Cultural Horizons subgrants are designed to support organizations in Europe that operate in the fields of culture and arts to enhance their cooperation with the Ukrainian cultural sphere by implementing a) residency placements and/or b) education projects organized on the basis of residencies for and with Ukrainian artistic and cultural professionals in 2027.

Cultural Horizons is designed and implemented by the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation and Cultural Vistas and funded by the Creative Europe Program of the European Union.
- Amounts per subgrant: 5,000 – 20,000 EUR
- A minimum of 20 subgrants will be provided
Eligibility
- Artistic and cultural organizations and initiatives registered within the EU (If you are applying as a consortium, you must designate one lead organization to submit the application and manage funding).
- Applying organizations must demonstrate their ability to host Ukrainian artistic and cultural professionals in 2027 and complete their projects within the period of January to August 2027.
- Applicants must confirm the absence of ties with the Russian Federation including no working partnerships with Russia/Russian organizations and no visits to Russian-occupied territories after 2014), a commitment to refrain from the glorification of Russian imperialism, and to comply with the EU sanctions regime.
- Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and provide a working environment based on mutual trust, awareness, and intercultural sensitivity.
- NGOs and public sector institutions working with displaced and vulnerable groups will be prioritized.
Subgrants are designed to specifically support the following groups:
- Ukrainian artists and cultural practitioners, including independent and employed professionals, early-career specialists, debut artists, cultural managers, researchers, analysts, conservators etc.
- Vulnerable groups from Ukraine, including internally displaced persons, young artists, and communities in frontline and conflict-affected areas.
- Cultural organizations in Ukraine, with a particular focus on small communities, local initiatives, independent cultural spaces, and civil society organizations (NGOs).
For more information on the Cultural Horizons residency program, please visit:
https://culturalvistas.eu/our-programs/professional-study-tours/cultural-horizons#residencies
Application Instructions
Application phase: Monday, June 29, to Sunday, September 30, 2026

Evaluation process: October to November 2026

Implementation phase for subgrant projects: January 1 to July 30, 2027 (minimum project duration – 3 months; maximum project duration - 8 months)

Subgrant recipients submit their final reports and project documentation to Cultural Vistas: Recipients must submit these documents within one month of project completion, and no later than August 15, 2027

Contact
Please contact culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.eu for any inquiries regarding the program.

Steps for Submission:
- Complete this form in its entirety, including upload of required documents.
- Click the "Submit" button for final submission of your application.
- You will be re-directed to a "Thank You" page and receive an email confirmation of submission to the email address included in your application. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THIS EMAIL, YOUR APPLICATION SUBMISSION WAS NOT RECEIVED.
Incomplete applications will not be processed.

The provision of all services, benefits, and programs of Cultural Vistas shall be made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, alienage, or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of program application and administration. (Please note that your consent is required to process your application for the Cultural Horizons program.)

You can read the full details in our Terms & Privacy Policy
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Residency Host Applicant Information
Full Name of Legal Representative

Given NameSurname
Title
Ex: Dr., Professor etc.
Preferred Pronoun
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Country of Birth
Country of Residency
In which country(ies) do you have citizenship?
Please feel free to provide additional details.
Contact Information of Legal Representative
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number
Current Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Is your home address the same as your current address?
Home Address (if different from current address)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Is the legal representative also the project leader?
Full Name of Project Leader

First NameLast Name
Title
Preferred Pronouns
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Country of Birth
Country of Residence
In which country(ies) do you have citizenship?
Contact Information of Project Leader
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Current Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Is your home address the same as your current address?
Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Required Documents
Please upload a copy of the valid Passport/ID of the Organization’s Legal Representative. If the Legal Representative is not the same person as the Project Leader, please also upload a copy of the Project Leader’s valid Passport/ID.

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Please upload the Resume/CV of the Organization’s Legal Representative in PDF format (maximum 3 pages), including their educational background and professional experience. If the Legal Representative is not the same person as the Project Leader, please also upload the Resume/CV of the Project Leader.

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Host Organization Details
Organization name
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Website/ Social Media Links
Organizational Background
Please describe your organization, its mission, and the activities that are relevant to hosting a residency in 300 words or less.
Organizational Experience
How many years has your organization operated in this field?
What relevant programs, projects, or initiatives have you delivered? Please describe them in 300 words or less.
Have you previously hosted residents, fellows, trainees, researchers, artists, or international participants? Please describe your experience and provide examples of relevant projects that demonstrate your capacity to support participants in 300 words or less.
Project Proposal
The sector(s) the proposed project covers:
Please specify the sector:
Please upload your Project Proposal as a PDF file.

Your proposal should include:
- Project Dates: Project start and end date (or project start date and duration in months).
- Project Overview: A summary of your project, including its main purpose and activities, the main audience or community your project will serve and how you will incorporate a resident artist or cultural professional, communication strategy and how you will ensure visibility of the project, and what you will be doing.
- Project Goals: Describe the primary goal(s) of your project and the impact you hope to achieve.
  - Describe any sustainability plans to continue the project after the funding period.
  - How does the project contribute to EU overarching priorities (such as digital transformation, social models, European Green Deal, and gender equality and inclusion)?
- Work Plan: Provide a detailed description of your project plan using the template that you can download and complete from the program webpage, and upload the completed document below.
  Work Plan Template
- Expected Outcomes and Impact: Describe the anticipated results and benefits of the project.
- Additional Information (Optional): Include any relevant budget details, implementation considerations, partnerships, or other information that will help better understand your project.
  
  This section should give a clear understanding of what you plan to do, who it will benefit, how you will carry it out, and the outcomes you expect to achieve.
Project Proposal

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Work Plan

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Budget Proposal
Please download and complete the Budget Template directly from the program webpage and upload it with your application materials.

Budget Template
Budget Proposal

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Supporting Documents

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Legal Status and Registration Information
Please provide your organization's registration number, or other unique identifier, where applicable.

Please provide the entity’s legal name and registered address.
Required Documents
Please upload an official registration certificate, registry extract, or equivalent document issued by a competent authority.

Including current and past relevant employment, dates and locations, and any publications about your work, list of solo or group exhibitions you were a part of, etc.
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Legal Name of the Organization
Registered Address of the Organization

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Optional Documents
Supporting Documents: Supporting documentation that helps todescribe your project. This could include Power Point presentations, handouts, worksheets, charts, graphics or other materials that would help to clarify your proposed project.

For example, references, media coverage, etc.
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Please upload resumes/CVs of key team members who will be working on the grant project:

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Program Information
How did you find out about Cultural Horizons?
Applicant Terms & Conditions

Read and check each statement below to indicate agreement:

By submitting this application, I hereby agree to the following terms and conditions:
If selected to participate in the Cultural Horizons program, I certify that I will comply with all laws, regulations and/or restrictions of the appropriate authorities.
I certify that the information I provided in this form is complete and true
If I was selected to participate in this program, I will fulfill my obligations and responsibilities associated with the Cultural Horizons program.
I noted that no individual feedback can be given on applications or decisions made by the selection committee.
I certify that I and my organization have no ties with the Russian Federation, including no working partnerships, collaborations, or other affiliations with Russian organizations, and that neither I nor, where applicable, representatives of my organization have visited Russian-occupied territories after 2014.
I certify that I and my organization are committed to refraining from the glorification of Russian imperialism and will comply with the applicable European Union sanctions regime.
I noted that incomplete applications will not be processed.
I confirm that project proposals submitted to Cultural Vistas must not be funded otherwise at any time in the past or during project’s realization by any other donors, organizations within same cost items, which must be explicitly stated in the project application. Concealing double founding will result in automatic disqualification of such application.
Please note that once your application is successfully submitted you'll be redirected to the next screen that says "Thank You". You'll also receive an email confirmation to the email you've indicated in the application. If you do not receive this email, your application submission was not received.

Project «Cultural Horizons» is the result of a collaboration between the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation (Ukraine) and Cultural Vistas gGmbH (Germany). Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA).
Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
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Eligibility

Application Instructions

Residency Host Applicant Information

Contact Information of Legal Representative

Contact Information of Project Leader

Required Documents

Host Organization Details

Organizational Background

Organizational Experience

Project Proposal

Budget Proposal

Legal Status and Registration Information

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Program Information

Applicant Terms & Conditions