SAMPRA Development Fund - Live Events Amount: ZAR 700K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The SAMPRA Development Fund is inviting professional recording artists, record companies and live music promoters who wish to stage live music events in South Africa to apply for grants. This grant is specifically for those wishing to stage live events in South Africa. The maximum amount that can be awarded to successful applicants is R700 000.00. Deadline : 28 March 2024 at 17H00. Eligibility For Grants The SAMPRA Development Fund (“the Fund”) will consider applications from professional recording artists, record companies and live music promoters who wish to stage live music events in South Africa. Applicants must be based in South Africa. Applicants must have staged at least (2) live shows in the last two (2) years. Applicants must utilise SAMPRA licensed venues: Communication to the public: https://www.sampra.org.za/communication-to-the-public/ Broadcasters: https://www.sampra.org.za/licensed-broadcasters/ The live show applied for must feature live performances, and not pre-recorded performances. Projects applied for should demonstrate potential for local, regional, provincial or national appeal. Application Deadline Applications can only be lodged during the open window, as determined and announced by the Fund annually. Decision Deadline The Board of the Fund will decide on the granting of the applications within three (3) months following the last day of submission of applications. The decision of the Board of the Fund on an application shall be final and not reviewable or appealable. Budget The maximum amount an applicant can be awarded by the Fund is Seven Hundred Thousand Rand (R700 000.00) exclusive of VAT, where applicable. The Fund shall not finance more than fifty percent (50%) of the live music’s total budget. Applications must relate only to costs that constitute the overall budget presented for the envisaged live performance project. Live performance costs include, but not limited to: venue hire sound equipment rental sound engineering artists’ fees project management marketing and promotion. Other Sources of Funding The applicant must disclose in the application, other sources of funding secured for the live music event project. The Fund will not approve the funding of any live music event project if the applicant has not demonstrated that the applicant has secured other sources of funding to allow the event to proceed as scheduled. Once approved by the Fund, the applicant shall not accept any funding for the same project from any South African-based collective management organisation. Acceptance of funding from another South African-based collective management organisation for the same project shall render the award by the Fund null and void, and the funding shall be withdrawn. Where the applicant receives funding for the project approved by the Fund from another South African-based collective management organisation concurrently with or after the Fund makes payment to the applicant for the project, the Fund shall be entitled to recover all the money paid by the Fund to the applicant for that project. For avoidance of doubt, South African-based collective management organisations include AIRCO, CAPASSO, IMPRA, RiSA AV (RAV), and SAMRO. Application Procedures The Fund Board shall select grant recipients based on the individual merits of each application. No application fee is payable. The applicant may be requested to provide supplementary documentation and information from time to time for processing the application. Failure to provide such information within a reasonable time frame may deem the application to be unsuccessful without further notice. The application form and all information submitted by the applicant will be retained for record and audit purposes and will not be returned to the applicant. Applications received after the closing date for applications will not be considered. Vetting Procedures Upon receipt of an application, the Fund will conduct a preliminary screening and may seek clarification or supplementary information from the project applicant. Failure to provide such information within a reasonable time frame will deem the application to be unsuccessful without further notice. The project applicant may be required to attend assessment panel meetings to present their applications and answer questions. Assessment Criteria The Fund Board shall select grant recipients based on the individual merits of each application. The Fund reserves the right to reject an application on grounds, including, but not limited to: applications that are incomplete or contain incorrect information or fail to comply with the requirements set out in these Rules; or a petition is presented, or a proceeding is commenced, or an order is made, or a resolution is passed for the winding up, or bankruptcy of the project applicant; or a false, inaccurate or incomplete statement or representation is contained in the application or a promise of performance is made knowingly or recklessly that it will not be able to fulfil or deliver such promise or performance; or the project applicant is in default of its obligation(s) under other Project Agreements with the Fund. An application will not be considered if the applicant was funded for live performance in the last six months. Project Agreement If an application is approved, a Provisional Offer Letter will be sent to the applicant. The Provisional Offer Letter will set out the amount of funding support to be offered, as well as the Terms and Conditions applicable to the funding. The successful applicant will be required to sign and return the acceptance of the Provisional Offer Letter to the Fund within the period specified therein (“Offer Period”). The Fund shall be deemed to have withdrawn the offer to make the proposed funding support to a successful applicant if the Fund does not receive the duly signed acceptance of offer on or before the expiry of the Offer Period, as set out in the Provisional Offer Letter. Disbursement of Approved Funding Support The approved amount will only be processed after the event has taken place and the project applicant has submitted all the required documents. The Fund reserves the right to withhold payment to the project if any delay in the staging of the event and the submission of the completion report or the Completion Report does not comply with the Fund’s requirements. Finished Product The beneficiary shall provide progress reports to the Fund and shall complete the live music event project within the timelines stated in the application for funding. Should the beneficiary not comply with the terms and conditions of the grant, the Fund reserves the right to institute legal action to recover the funds already money disbursed as a grant. Publicity And Acknowledgment The project applicant shall acknowledge the funding support from the Fund and SAMPRA in all its publicity/media events as well as in publications (including but not limited to press releases, promotional literature, websites, etc.) issued to promote the project. Successful applicants shall be required to include the SAMPRA and Fund logos in all productions and promotions. The logos are available upon request at info@samprafund.co.za . However, SAMPRA and the Fund reserve the right to require the project applicant to immediately cease and desist from using any promotional materials in which any reference to SAMPRA and the Fund is found. The following disclaimer must also be included in any publications and media events related to the funded project – “SAMPRA and the SAMPRA Development provide funding support to the project only, and do not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of SAMPRA and/or the SAMPRA Development Fund.” The project applicant shall provide the Fund with details of the project achievements, including successful marketing and commercialisation of the project deliverables and awards. The Fund and SAMPRA shall be entitled to provide the name of the applicant(s), a description of the project, and the value of the funding that has been provided in their publicity and reports. Such forms of publicity will include www.samprafund.co.za and www.sampra.org.za as well as any of the SAMPRA Group magazines. Prevention of Bribery or Kickbacks The project applicant shall advise their employees, subcontractors, agents and other personnel who are in any way involved in the project that they are not allowed to offer to or solicit or accept from any person any money, gifts or advantage in the conduct of or in relation to the project. The offer of an advantage to an employee of the Fund or of SAMPRA or Fund Director or SAMPRA Director with a view to influencing the approval of an application is a criminal offence. Any such offer by any of the project member(s) or agent(s) will render the application null and void and may result in criminal charges being instituted against such person(s). Personal Data Personal data provided as part of the application process will be used by the Fund to process the application, to conduct research and surveys, to comply with relevant regulations, and to enforce its rights and powers under the Project Agreement. Enquiries Enquiries regarding the application for funding support should be addressed to the SAMPRA Development Fund: Visit the SAMPRA website for more information. Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. 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Open Call: Creativity Pioneers Fund 2026 Amount: €5K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Moleskine Foundation has launched the 2026 open call for the Creativity Pioneers Fund (CPF) , supporting cultural and creative organisations advancing bold, community-driven approaches to social change. The fund focuses on organisations that place creativity at the centre of their work, using it as a tool to drive inclusion, equity, and long-term transformation within their communities. Beyond financial support, the programme offers mentorship, learning opportunities, peer exchange, and access to a global network of creative practitioners. Funding Selected organisations receive an unrestricted micro-grant of €5,000, designed to support their core operations and ongoing programmes. Beyond this initial grant, the fund opens access to a broader ecosystem of support, including mentorship, additional funding opportunities, in-kind resources, and international visibility through its global network. Eligibility Applications are open to: Legally registered non-profit organisations worldwide Applicants must: Place creativity at the core of their mission Work with disadvantaged or marginalised communities, particularly youth Have an organisational bank account The fund prioritises organisations addressing social and environmental challenges through innovative, intersectional approaches. Focus areas Projects focused solely on artistic production without a clear social impact are not eligible. The programme supports organisations that: Use creativity to drive social transformation Engage deeply with local contexts while maintaining global relevance Emphasise long-term impact over short-term outputs Support emerging creative thinkers and changemakers The application process focuses on the organisation’s story, mission, and impact, rather than a traditional project proposal. Application information Application deadline: 24 April 2026 (17:00, Rome time) Applicants are encouraged to review the full guidelines and apply via the official platform. For more information, click here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

NAC Annual Projects Funding Amount: ZAR 350K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) has announced the NAC Annual Project Funding Call for applications for the 2024-2025 Financial Year. Only one application, will be supported whether submitted by an individual or an organisation/company, be it a natural person or a juristic person. Requirements The invitation is open to active art practitioners in the disciplines of craft, dance, literature, music, theatre and musical theatre, visual arts and multi-discipline to submit their applications for project funding. Applications presenting content in South African indigenous art forms, capacity building and training in intellectual property are encouraged to apply. In each of the seven (7) arts disciplines mentioned above, the proposed projects must have the capability to address at least two (2) of the (6) critical focus areas below: This call appeals to arts practitioners to present projects that can continue to educate, entertain, and enlighten audiences. Proposed projects must demonstrate impact and value for the communities in which they operate. The maximum amount applied for should not be more than R350 000,00. The allocation will be in line with the redress and transformation imperatives of the NAC. Key strands (please scroll to the right) 1. SOCIAL COHESION AND NATIONAL BUILDING This is the extent to which the project brings communities together as well as allows for the inclusion of previously excluded parts of the society while at the same time creating national unity 2. MARGINALISED AND INDIGENOUS ARTS Projects to be considered must focus on uplifting rural communities as they have a wealth of indigenous and rare artistic expressions that remain in the shadow of mainstream arts. Projects that seek to unearth and profile these hidden art forms by exposing the arts and the practitioners in marginalised areas to new audiences and markets will be highly considered. 3. ADDRESSING SOCIAL ILLS Projects that provide a platform for artistic expression to the voiceless as well as help with alleviating social ills such as xenophobia, gender-based violence and other violent crimes, drug abuse and gangsterism will be highly considered. 4. SUPPORTING VULNERABLE GROUPS Projects that provide employment opportunities for women, people living with disabilities and in rural areas will be highly considered. 5. NEW WORKS AND DIGITAL ARTS Projects that are innovative and introduce new arts through digital artistic presentations, as well as other platforms, will be highly considered. 6. Capacity building and arts entrepreneurship The ability of the project to contribute to skills development and setting up of new businesses acumen. The call is open to both individuals and organisations. How to apply Applicants need to register and complete the online application form using the following link: https://nac.praxisgms.co.za/ . Manual applications can be requested from info@nac.org.za . This service is reserved only for those who lack access to internet services. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered, and no exceptions will be made. Funding guidelines can be downloaded from www.nac.org.za . Deadline Applications must be submitted on or before Friday, 08 March 2024 at 23h59pm. OPENING DATE CLOSING DATE OUTCOMES DATE 29 January 2024 08 March 2024 at 23h59 20 May 2024 For more information, contact info@nac.org.za or call 011 010 8850/087 0000 683. The NAC reserves the right to allocate funds according to its priorities. No applicant is automatically entitled to funding. All funding is at the discretion of the NAC. Download the full application guide here and here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities, leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organization. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Call for applications - Commonwealth Foundation grants 2025-26 Amount: £60K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Commonwealth Foundation has opened its 2025–2026 grant call, inviting eligible civil society organisations (CSOs) to apply for funding of up to £60,000 per project. This funding aims to strengthen constructive engagement between civil society and decision-makers, with a focus on policy development, implementation, and inclusive governance. All proposals must address at least one of the Foundation’s three priority themes and integrate gender considerations in both design and implementation. Grant details Maximum grant amount: £60,000 Application deadline: 23 October 2025 at 13:00 BST Project start window: Between 1 August and 30 September 2026 Funding priorities Projects must focus on one or more of the following themes: 1. Health Justice Universal health coverage Equitable access for marginalised groups Social determinants of health Rights-based approaches to health Access to essential medicines Participation in health decision-making 2. Freedom of Expression Legal protection for free expression Vibrant civil society and independent media Access to information and transparency Use of art and creativity for advocacy Civil society participation in regional/global mechanisms 3. Climate Justice Representation of vulnerable groups Social and economic root causes of climate injustice Corrective justice and legal remedies Inclusion of youth and marginalised communities in decision-making Gender and equity in climate policy Applicants are encouraged to explore intersections between themes and propose multi-thematic projects where appropriate. Cross-cutting priorities Gender : Required integration into project design, with specific analysis of power dynamics and intersectionality. Youth : Participation of youth-led or youth-focused organisations is strongly encouraged. Small and vulnerable states : Applications from these countries will receive additional consideration. Eligibility criteria Applicants must: Be a not-for-profit CSO registered in an eligible Commonwealth Foundation Member State (see Africa list below) Have at least three years of demonstrable experience in participatory governance and advocacy Propose a project that facilitates constructive engagement between civil society and decision-makers Submit all required documents as specified in the guidelines Projects must not focus solely on: Service delivery Capacity-building of government or private sector Academic research, book/film publishing, or exchange programmes between developed countries Eligible African countries Botswana, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Kingdom of Eswatini, Lesotho, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania Partnerships Partnerships are welcomed but not required. Only the lead applicant must meet the eligibility criteria. Partners may include informal groups, artists, or unregistered collectives. Registered partner organisations must provide their registration documents. Creativity and art for change Projects using creative advocacy or artistic expression to influence policy are encouraged under any theme. For more information check the Commonwealth Foundation website. Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Open Call: International New Media Art - Adaptive Breathing 2026 Amount: €5K - €10K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The International New Media Art competition is the central element of the New Media Week programme, providing a professional platform for presentation, production support, and audience engagement with the most innovative forms of contemporary media art. The 2026 edition is guided by the theme 'Adaptive Breathing', which serves as an open conceptual framework rather than a strict brief. Artists are encouraged to engage with the theme through their own creative approaches, exploring personal narratives, experimental methods, and emerging artistic possibilities. Artists selected for the final shortlist will be invited to Katowice, Poland, to present their works as part of the Competition Exhibition. Funding Three cash prizes are awarded, ranging from €5,000 to €10,000, recognising outstanding work across the competition's five submission areas. Submission areas Submissions may address any of the following five areas: Installations, Systems and Environments – including immersive and interactive works, sensor-based projects, generative visual environments, and site-specific installations. Moving Image and Visual Narratives – such as video art, animation, motion design, experimental film, and artistic projection works. Media Performance and Live Acts – including live coding, technology-driven performances, and audiovisual presentations with a strong visual component. Technological Objects and Media Sculptures – featuring robotics, kinetic media, electronics, light-based works, and mechatronic installations. Research Projects and Tool Prototypes – encompassing experimental technologies, interfaces, hardware and software prototypes, and creative tools that expand artistic practice. What to submit Applicants must submit comprehensive documentation of their project, including: A curatorial or artistic description Photographic and/or video documentation Technical and technological specifications Presentation requirements, where applicable Established as part of New Media Week, the competition aims to support artistic production, foster innovation in contemporary media art, and create opportunities for audiences to engage with groundbreaking creative practices. Eligibility The competition is open to professional artists and practitioners from around the world. There are no nationality or residency restrictions, and applicants do not need to be based in Poland or Europe to participate. Application information Deadline: 30 June 2026 For more information and to apply, click here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Call for Applications: NFVF Public Screening Funding Programme 2026/27 Amount: ZAR 150K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of South Africa's Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, has opened applications for its Public Screening Funding Programme 2026/27 (Cycle 1) . The programme is designed to increase public access to local films while encouraging audience development through screenings that celebrate South African stories and filmmaking. Supported events may take place in cinemas, community halls, parks, drive-in venues, or through mobile cinema initiatives, with organisers encouraged to include audience engagement activities such as Q&A sessions, panel discussions, and filmmaker conversations. Funding Grants of up to R150,000 are available to support eligible public screening projects. Funding may contribute towards costs associated with: Delivering public screenings Venue hire Technical screening equipment Film licensing Marketing, and audience engagement activities Scope and approach The NFVF is looking to support public screening initiatives that expand the reach of local content, strengthen audience appreciation for South African cinema, and create meaningful viewing experiences within communities. Projects that combine screenings with educational or interactive components such as discussions with filmmakers, panel conversations, or community dialogue are encouraged. Eligibility Applications are open to: South African individuals Registered companies Community organisations Applicants should be planning public screening events focused on South African films. The programme is available under the following categories: Tier 2: Intermediate public screening hosts with more than five years and fewer than ten years of experience. Tier 3: Emerging public screening hosts with fewer than five years of experience. Required documentation Applicants will be required to submit a project proposal, screening plan, budget, letter of motivation, and supporting organisational documentation as part of the application process. Additional documentation, including a Film and Publications Board certificate, will be required at the contracting stage. Application information Deadline: 17 August 2026 For any queries regarding applications, please contact application officers: Thandekile Hlatshwayo Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za Or Manti Sekwakwa Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za Telephone: 011 483 0880 For more information and to apply, click here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Open Call: Stanley 1913 Creators Fund 2026 Amount: $50K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Stanley 1913 Creators Fund supports emerging nonprofit leaders developing innovative solutions to urgent social and environmental challenges. The fund is designed for organisations working at the intersection of humanity, sustainability and possibility, with a focus on locally driven approaches to issues such as climate change, food security, housing security, equity and justice. The programme supports Creators, Builders and Inventors who are deeply connected to the communities they serve and are developing practical solutions with the potential to create meaningful change. Funding Selected organisations can receive up to $50,000 USD in funding. Award amounts are determined by Stanley 1913 and may vary depending on the number of applicants, the size of the organisation and the strength of the proposal. Funding can support the further development or delivery of an organisation's innovative solution to an urgent challenge. Scope and approach The fund is interested in organisations that are already taking action to address significant community or environmental challenges. Strong applicants will demonstrate: An innovative and original approach to solving an urgent problem. A clear theory of change and evidence that their solution has been developed, tested or supported through previous funding. Strong leadership and a compelling voice capable of building support around the work. A clear opportunity for the funding to strengthen or expand the organisation's work. A commitment to inclusion within both organisational practices and service delivery. A willingness to collaborate with communities, partners and other stakeholders. Applicants will be asked to provide information about their organisation and affiliated leader, explain the cause at the centre of their work, and demonstrate how they embody the qualities of an emerging Creator, Builder or Inventor. Eligibility The fund is open to nonprofit and charitable organisations worldwide , including organisations in Africa, Europe, Asia, Latin America and Oceania. International applicants must hold legally recognised nonprofit or charitable status in their country. Eligible organisations must: Have been operating for less than 10 years. Have annual operating income between $200,000 and $2 million USD. Demonstrate alignment with the objectives and values of the Stanley 1913 Creators Fund. Be willing to partner with Stanley 1913 and other stakeholders to share the organisation's story and progress. Application information Deadline: 13 September 2026 For more information and to apply, click here . Download the submission guidelines below. SCF_2026_Read_Guidelines_1 .pdf Download PDF • 1.02MB Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Open Call: Creativity Pioneers Fund Amount: € 5K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Creativity Pioneers Fund is accepting applications until 7 April, offering a micro-grant of 5,000 euros to selected organisations. The grant is unrestricted, allowing recipients to cover general operational expenses and other critical costs necessary for developing their activities. Beyond financial support, the fund aims to establish a long-term collaboration model, providing grantees with access to additional funding opportunities, in-kind support, mentorship, learning resources, peer-to-peer exchanges, and networking. Eligibility Applications are open to legally registered, non-profit organisations operating actively, regardless of geographic location. Selection Priorities The fund seeks organisations that: Place creativity at the core of their mission and programming, using it as a driver for social transformation. Focus on disadvantaged and/or marginalised communities, particularly youth aged 16-27. Hold an organisational bank account, as funds cannot be transferred to individual accounts. Priority will be given to organisations that: Address bold questions and tackle significant social and environmental challenges. Operate with a hybrid, intersectional approach, recognising the interconnection of social and environmental issues. Focus on systemic change rather than short-term outputs. Maintain a "glocal" perspective—deeply rooted in local contexts while staying globally relevant. Inspire and equip a new generation of creative thinkers with critical thinking skills, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a transformative mindset. How to apply Applications can be done online HERE Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Call for Applications: Eastern Cape Film Investment Fund (ECFIF) Amount: ZAR 70K - ZAR 3M Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Eastern Cape Development Corporation has opened applications to the Eastern Cape Film Investment Fund, an initiative designed to position the Eastern Cape as a preferred destination for national and international film and television productions. Established in 2019, the fund promotes investment in the provincial film sector while supporting job creation, skills development and local industry growth. The programme provides financial support to productions that choose the Eastern Cape as a filming location and contribute to the development of the province’s creative economy. Funding categories The fund is available across two main categories: Production Funding Feature films – up to R1.5 million (recoupable) Drama or TV series – up to R2 million (recoupable) Television series – up to R1.5 million (non-recoupable) Telenovelas/soapies – up to R3 million (non-recoupable) Reality shows – up to R1.5 million (non-recoupable) Animation – up to R1 million (recoupable) Documentaries – up to R500,000 (recoupable) Microfilm Funding Supports short-form productions including short films, documentaries and short TV formats, with funding of up to R150,000. Additional support of up to R70,000 is available for participation in national or international film festivals and markets where a film has been officially selected. Eligibility Applicants must: Be a registered South African production company Secure at least 60% of the total production budget Provide a distribution or commissioning agreement Spend at least 60% of the production budget in the Eastern Cape Shoot at least 50% of principal photography in the province Demonstrate skills development or training for local filmmakers International productions must partner with a registered South African production company to qualify. Application process Applicants must review the official ECFIF guidelines and submit a completed application form with all required supporting documentation. Download the Microfilm Funding application form here Download the Production Funding application form here Only one application per category may be submitted per funding call. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Submission details Applications must be submitted electronically to: film@ecdc.co.za Enquiries Mr Athenkosi Balisoabaliso@ecdc.co.za Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Call for Applications: Africa No Filter - Voices for Climate Justice Amount: $4K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Africa No Filter is inviting individual storytellers from selected African countries to apply for the Voices for Climate Justice initiative. The 12-month programme is looking for journalists, content creators, podcasters, vloggers, muralists and data visualisers with creative ideas that explore the connections between climate justice, debt, gender and fossil fuels in Africa. Selected participants will receive support to develop accurate, engaging and impactful stories rooted in lived experiences, research and local perspectives. Funding Selected storytellers can receive grants of up to $4,000 USD to develop and produce their proposed content. In addition to financial support, participants will receive training in climate justice, data storytelling and narrative framing, as well as mentorship and support to amplify their work. Scope and approach Africa No Filter welcomes a range of storytelling approaches and formats, including journalism, video, podcasts, vlogs, murals and data visualisation. Applicants must submit a storytelling idea in the form of either a pitch deck of no more than five slides or a video of up to 60 seconds. The application should also include links to the applicant's platforms and information about the audience or community they intend to reach. Applications can be submitted in English or French. Eligibility The call is open to individual storytellers who are based in Mozambique, Uganda, Nigeria, Angola, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Tanzania, South Sudan, Malawi or Zambia. Eligible applicants include journalists, content creators, podcasters, vloggers, muralists and data visualisers . Applicants must have an active and engaged platform or professional audience. Content creators and data visualisers must have a combined audience of at least 5,000 followers across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and Snapchat, while journalists may demonstrate their reach through publication circulation or their professional platforms. Application information Deadline: 25 September 2026 For more information and to apply, click here. Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Open Call: Leica Society International Photography Grant 2026 Amount: $7.5K Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) The Leica Society International (LSI) Photography Grant is now accepting applications from photographers worldwide working on personal documentary or artistic photography projects. Now in its tenth year, the grant supports photographers who are creating or completing an in-progress body of work. The 2026 theme, "To Be Seen," invites projects that explore what it means to see and be seen through thoughtful, respectful visual storytelling. Funding Selected photographers will receive: USD 7,500 grant A new Leica camera and lens An exhibition at the Leica Gallery in Paris The first runner-up will also be invited to exhibit their work at the Leica Gallery in Paris. Theme This year's theme, "To Be Seen," encourages photographers to submit projects that bring overlooked people, places, histories, or communities into view with dignity, care, and intention. The strongest applications will demonstrate compelling visual storytelling and reflect on identity, belonging, agency, and representation. Eligibility Applications are open to photographers worldwide (where permitted by law) who are at least 18 years old by 24 July 2026. Applicants do not need to use a Leica camera or be members of Leica Society International to apply. Projects must be in progress and capable of being completed within one year of receiving the grant. Application requirements Applications must include: A portfolio of 10 photographs from the proposed project A project description outlining the purpose, goals, approach, and intended impact of the work Application information Deadline: 4 September 2026 For more information and to apply, click here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share

Call for Applications: BASA Debut Fund Programme 2026 Amount: Unspecified Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) For emerging creative entrepreneurs, turning a promising idea into a sustainable business often requires more than funding, it requires the right support, skills, and networks. The BASA Debut Fund Programme 2026 returns with a new cohort, offering young South African creatives the opportunity to develop market-ready creative enterprises through business incubation, mentorship, and milestone-based funding. Running from July 2026 to April 2027, the programme will support 50 emerging creative entrepreneurs from across South Africa as they develop sustainable creative businesses. Under the theme "From Idea to Market: Building Sustainable Creative Businesses," Debut 4 is designed to help participants transform promising creative ideas into market-ready enterprises through structured business support, mentorship, and funding. Funding The Debut Fund provides milestone-based financial support linked to participants' business development rather than a single upfront grant. In addition to financial support, selected participants will receive: Business incubation Professional mentorship Skills development Industry networking opportunities Enterprise development support Scope and approach The Debut Fund Programme is designed to help emerging creative entrepreneurs transform promising ideas into sustainable businesses. Through a structured development journey, participants will strengthen their entrepreneurial skills, refine their business models, and build the knowledge and confidence needed to take their creative ventures to market. The programme places a strong emphasis on market readiness, business formalisation, and long-term sustainability, equipping participants with practical tools to grow resilient creative enterprises. By focusing on young creatives from rural and peri-urban communities, Debut aims to expand access to entrepreneurial opportunities while contributing to the growth of South Africa's creative economy. Eligibility Applicants must: Be South African citizens; Be between 18 and 35 years old; Permanently reside in a rural or peri-urban community in one of South Africa's nine provinces; Be active creative practitioners with a clear project, product, or business idea to develop. Eligible creative disciplines include: Design and craft Film and multimedia Literary arts Music Performing arts Visual arts To encourage greater diversity within the sector, applications from Coloured, Indian, and White creatives are particularly encouraged for this cohort. Application information Deadline: 17 July 2026 For more information and to apply, click here . Your funding experts InterArts Funding offers its expertise to assist you in applying for grant opportunities (including this one), leveraging our extensive experience to enhance your chances of securing the grant. It is important to clarify that InterArts Funding is an independent entity and is not affiliated with any specific funding organisation. While we have a commendable track record of success, we cannot guarantee the approval of your application. Grant outcomes depend on various factors beyond our control. Sign Up for Professional Support (Paid) Share