Cultural Horizons: Residencies

Cultural Horizons:Residencies offers Creative Europe–cofunded subgrants for EU-registered cultural and artistic organisations to host Ukrainian artists and deliver residency-based education and mentorship projects. The total call budget is €400,000 with individual subgrants from €5,000 to €20,000 and a minimum of 20 awards; project durations must be between 3 and 8 months within the implementation window in 2027. Applications must be submitted via the Cultural Vistas online form by 30 September 2026 (18:00 UTC) and will be evaluated in Oct–Nov 2026 for implementation Jan–Jul 2027, with final reports due within one month of completion and no later than 15 August 2027. Eligible applicants are EU-registered cultural organisations (single applicants or consortia with a lead applicant) required to demonstrate hosting capacity, comply with EU sanctions and program-specific restrictions regarding ties to the Russian Federation, and commit to diversity, inclusion and intercultural sensitivity.

What it funds

Residency and education projects for Ukrainian cultural professionals

Subgrants to EU-based cultural and artistic organisations to host residency placements and/or deliver education activities built around residencies for Ukrainian artists and cultural practitioners during 2027. Projects should promote EU–Ukrainian cooperation, mentorship and professional development.

Grant amounts and budget:Total call budget €400,000; individual subgrants €5,000 to €20,000; a minimum of 20 subgrants will be awarded ¹.

Who can apply

Artistic and cultural organisations and initiatives legally registered in the EU (including non-profit and public sector organisations). Single applicants or consortia (one lead organisation must manage the grant). Priority given to NGOs and public-sector bodies working with displaced or vulnerable groups.

Key eligibility and compliance notes

1. 1Applicants must demonstrate capacity to host Ukrainian participants in 2027 and complete projects within Jan–Aug 2027
2. 2Applicants must confirm absence of ties with the Russian Federation as specified and comply with EU sanctions
3. 3Commitment to diversity, inclusion and intercultural working environments is required

Timelines and implementation

Application window:29 June to 30 September 2026. Evaluation: Oct–Nov 2026. Project implementation: January to July 2027 (minimum 3 months, maximum 8 months). Final reports due within one month of project completion and no later than 15 August 2027.

How to apply and contact

Apply via the Cultural Vistas application form and follow the residency guide for templates and instructions.

For questions contact:culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.eu.

Footnotes

1. 1Full call details, eligibility rules, templates and the residency guide are available on the Cultural Vistas program page and application portal: culturalvistas.eu and culturalvistas.jotform.com.

Call purpose and implementing bodies

Programme overview

Cultural Horizons:Residencies is an open subgrant call under the Cultural Horizons programme, co-financed by the European Union (Creative Europe) and implemented by the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation (Ukraine) and Cultural Vistas gGmbH (Germany). The call aims to increase access for Ukrainians, particularly those affected by the war and displaced persons, to culture and cultural heritage by supporting EU-based cultural and artistic organisations to host Ukrainian artists and cultural professionals in residency placements and/or deliver education products based on residencies in 2027.

Primary objectives:Strengthen EU–Ukrainian cultural sector connections; promote mentorship and professional development; expand access to cultural practices and heritage for Ukrainians; support cultural recovery, heritage preservation, inclusion and social integration across the EU.

Key facts and figures

Call Identifier:CREA-CULT. Total available budget for the Residency call: €400,000. Individual subgrant amounts: minimum €5,000; maximum €20,000. A minimum of 20 subgrants will be awarded. Application opening and closing dates: open call from 29 June 2026 to 30 September 2026; final submission deadline 30 September 2026, 18:00 CET. Implementation window for subgrants: projects must be implemented in 2027, with start no earlier than 1 January 2027 and final report submission no later than 15 August 2027. Project durations allowed: minimum 3 months, maximum 8 months (implementation phase January to July/August 2027 depending on category).

1. 1Total call budget: €400,000
2. 2Grant range per project: €5,000 to €20,000
3. 3Minimum number of subgrants: 20
4. 4Application period: 29 June — 30 September 2026
5. 5Project implementation: January — July/August 2027 (3 to 8 months)
6. 6Final reporting deadline for all subgrants: within one month after project completion and no later than 15 August 2027

Eligibility and applicant types

Eligible applicants are organisations registered within the European Union that operate in the fields of culture and the arts. The call accepts single applicants or partnerships/consortia (if applying as a consortium, a lead organisation must be designated to submit the application and manage funding). EU-based not-for-profit organisations, public sector cultural institutions and NGOs are explicitly referenced and prioritised, especially NGOs and public sector institutions working with displaced and vulnerable groups. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to host Ukrainian artistic and cultural professionals in 2027 and to complete the project within the specified implementation window.

Eligible applicant types (detailed):Artistic and cultural organisations and initiatives registered in the EU, including but not limited to: museums, galleries, cultural centres, artist residencies, theatres, festivals, cultural NGOs, public cultural institutions, education institutions with cultural/arts activity, and EU-based non-profit organisations. Consortium applications are permitted; in that case one EU-registered organisation must act as lead and financial manager.

Geographic and beneficiary scope

Beneficiaries and applicants must be located and legally registered in the European Union. The programme specifically targets Ukrainian artists and cultural professionals as direct beneficiaries of residency placements and education activities. The programme also supports cultural organisations and communities in Ukraine through separate categories of subgrants administered by the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation, but the Residencies call is administered by Cultural Vistas and directed to EU-based host organisations.

Mentioned countries and regions:European Union (applicants must be EU-registered). Ukraine (primary beneficiary group; programme partnership and other call categories administered by the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation). Germany is identified as the location of Cultural Vistas gGmbH (implementing partner).

What the grant supports and target sectors

The Residencies call funds small-scale cultural projects implemented by EU-based organisations to host Ukrainian artistic and cultural workers and/or develop education/training activities on the basis of residencies. Thematic focus is the cultural and creative industries and cross-sectoral cultural initiatives. Projects that strengthen partnerships with Ukrainian cultural actors, support professional development, promote intercultural exchange, preserve cultural heritage, foster inclusion (including support for displaced and vulnerable groups) and explore innovative formats (including interdisciplinary approaches and new technologies where relevant) are within the scope.

1. 1Target sector: Culture and Creative Industries (arts, cultural heritage, cultural education, artist residencies)
2. 2Eligible activities: residency placements, cooperation projects with Ukrainian cultural practitioners, education/training derived from residencies, mentorship-linked activities, outreach and visibility actions

Project stage, expected maturity and outcomes

Projects should be at the implementation stage:ready to host residents and deliver residency and education activities in 2027. Applicants must demonstrate prior organisational experience in hosting artists/professionals or equivalent capacity, a clear work plan, and realistic logistics for hosting Ukrainian participants. Expected outcomes include strengthened cross-border partnerships, professional development of Ukrainian artists and cultural practitioners, enhanced access to culture for displaced and vulnerable groups, cultural heritage awareness, and tangible outputs from residencies and educational events.

Application, evaluation and timeline

Application method:open call via an online application form (Cultural Vistas JotForm link). Deadline: 30 September 2026 at 18:00 CET. The call uses a single-stage submission model. Evaluation of applications is scheduled for October–November 2026. Notification of results will follow the evaluation. Projects are implemented in 2027 (implementation period January–July/August 2027 depending on project duration) and final reports must be submitted within one month of project completion and no later than 15 August 2027.

How to apply and key submission requirements:Applicants must complete the Cultural Vistas online application form in full and upload required documentation, including organisation registration documents, CVs of key team members, copy of legal representative ID, project proposal PDF, completed work plan template and completed budget template. Applications missing required attachments or incomplete form entries will not be processed. Submission confirmation is via an automatic email; if no email is received the submission has not been recorded.

Funding modality and financial details

Funding type:grant (subgrants). The call provides direct monetary support to host organisations (subgrant recipients). Grant size per project ranges from €5,000 to €20,000. The total call budget is €400,000. A minimum of 20 subgrants will be awarded, indicating an average award size consistent with the stated grant range. The programme is co-financed by the European Union (Creative Europe).

Consortium rules, co-funding and compliance

Consortium requirement:the call accepts single applicants or partnerships/consortia; if a consortium applies, one EU-registered organisation must be designated as the lead applicant and financial manager. Co-funding: the call documentation does not explicitly require applicant co-funding; no mandatory co-financing percentage is stated in the public summary. Applicants must, however, demonstrate organisational capacity and financial management to implement the project. Compliance requirements: applicants must confirm absence of ties with the Russian Federation (no partnerships with Russian organisations, no visits to Russian-occupied territories after 2014), must commit to refrain from glorification of Russian imperialism, and must comply with the EU sanctions regime. Applicants must also demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, intercultural sensitivity, and gender balance.

Selection process, application stages and success rate

Application stages:single-stage open submission followed by an evaluation period (October–November 2026). Selected applicants are notified and will implement projects in 2027. The publicly available information does not provide explicit historical success rates; because at least 20 awards will be made against an unknown total applicant pool, the success rate cannot be determined from the published call summary. Applicants should plan competitively and ensure strong alignment with the call objectives and eligibility criteria.

Application templates and form structure

Applicants must use the prescribed Work Plan template and Budget template available from the Cultural Vistas programme page. The online application form (JotForm) captures the following sections and required documents: Residency Host Applicant Information; Contact information of legal representative and project leader; Required documents (registration certificate/registry extract, CVs of key team members, legal representative ID copy); Organisational background and experience (up to 300-word descriptions); Project proposal PDF; Project dates and duration; Project overview and goals; Work Plan (template upload); Expected outcomes and impact; Budget (completed budget template upload); Supporting documents (optional); Statements and declarations including agreement on data processing, compliance and eligibility statements. The form requires full completion and the upload of mandatory attachments; incomplete submissions will not be processed.

1. 1Complete online application form at culturalvistas.jotform.com
2. 2Upload: official registration certificate/registry extract or equivalent
3. 3Upload: CVs (max 3 pages for legal representative), resumes of key team members
4. 4Upload: copy of legal representative ID/passport
5. 5Upload: Project Proposal PDF (including project overview, goals, sustainability, EU priorities alignment)
6. 6Upload: completed Work Plan template (download from programme page)
7. 7Upload: completed Budget template (download from programme page)
8. 8Agree to terms, data processing and eligibility declarations

Priority beneficiaries and inclusion criteria

Priority is given to projects that directly benefit Ukrainian artists and cultural practitioners (independent and employed professionals, early-career specialists, debut artists, cultural managers, researchers, conservators), vulnerable groups from Ukraine (internally displaced persons, young artists, communities in frontline and conflict-affected areas), and cultural organisations in Ukraine (small communities, local initiatives, independent cultural spaces, NGOs). NGOs and public sector organisations working with displaced and vulnerable groups will be prioritised by the selection committee.

Support services, mentorship and training components

The overall Cultural Horizons programme includes outreach, a mentor training course and a network of mentors (June–July 2026 mentor course; mentor selection July 2026) who will provide peer-to-peer mentorship to grantees in 2027. Mentors are cultural professionals from Europe and Ukraine and will receive a dedicated training course on mentorship and intercultural tools. The Residencies call is linked to the mentorship activities: selected grantees may receive targeted mentoring during implementation.

Contact and information resources:Primary programme pages and guidance: Cultural Vistas programme page: Cultural Horizons — Cultural Vistas; Ukrainian Cultural Foundation programme page: Cultural Horizons — UCF. Application form: JotForm Application. Enquiries: culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.org (or culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.eu as alternately listed). Residency Guide, Work Plan and Budget templates are available for download from the Cultural Vistas programme page. Final reports and project documentation are to be submitted to Cultural Vistas within one month of project completion and no later than 15 August 2027.

Risks, compliance checks and mandatory declarations

Applicants must confirm absence of ties with the Russian Federation (no cooperation with Russian organisations and no visits to Russian-occupied territories after 2014). Applicants must comply with EU sanctions and must not engage in activities that glorify Russian imperialism. Organisations must provide evidence of legal registration, financial capacity to deliver the project, and adherence to inclusivity, gender balance and diversity principles. Personal data consent is required as part of the application process.

Unanswered or unspecified items (public summary gaps)

The public call summary does not specify a required co-funding rate, precise scoring criteria or the number of expected applications, so exact success rates and co-financing obligations cannot be determined from the published material. Detailed eligibility nuances, assessment criteria weighting, payment schedule, reporting templates and audit provisions should be checked in the Residency Guide and the full call documentation on the Cultural Vistas and EU Funding & Tenders Portal pages before application.

• Co-funding requirement: not explicitly stated in summary (applicants should verify in full Residency Guide)
• Success rate: not specified publicly (dependent on applicant pool; at least 20 awards will be made)
• Payment schedule and eligible cost categories: consult Residency Guide and grant contract for details

Templates and application form structure (practical guidance)

The application form (JotForm) and supporting templates structure the submission. Required narrative elements include an organisational description, organisational experience, description of prior hosting experience, project overview (purpose, activities, audiences, resident integration and visibility), project goals and impact, sustainability plan, contribution to EU overarching priorities (digital transformation, European Green Deal, gender equality, social models), detailed work plan using the downloadable template, and expected outcomes and impact. The Budget template must be completed and uploaded; applicants should use it to itemise costs and justify the grant amount requested. Mandatory administrative uploads include proof of registration, legal representative ID/passport, and CVs of legal representative and project leader (max 3 pages for legal representative CV).

Suggested structure for narrative proposal (based on form fields):1) Project title and dates; 2) Executive summary (max 300 words); 3) Project rationale and objectives (how it benefits Ukrainian participants and aligns with Cultural Horizons objectives); 4) Beneficiaries and inclusion measures (vulnerable groups, displaced persons); 5) Detailed work plan (activities, timeline, milestones using provided template); 6) Hosting capacity and logistics (facilities, accommodation, access, health and safety); 7) Partnerships and mentorship arrangements; 8) Communication and visibility strategy (including EU attribution); 9) Sustainability and follow-up; 10) Budget and budget justification using the official template; 11) Supporting documents and declarations.

Final summary — what this opportunity is and what applicants should do

Cultural Horizons:Residencies is a Creative Europe-funded subgrant call that enables EU-based cultural organisations to host Ukrainian artists and cultural professionals and to run residency-based educational products in 2027. It is targeted at building long-term EU–Ukraine cultural partnerships, supporting professional development and mentorship, and expanding access to cultural practices and heritage for Ukrainians affected by the war. Grants range from €5,000 to €20,000, with a total envelope of €400,000 and a minimum of 20 awards. The call is open to EU-registered cultural organisations and consortia (with a lead applicant) and requires completion of the Cultural Vistas online application form and mandatory templates (work plan, budget) by 30 September 2026. Applicants must demonstrate hosting capacity, a strong work plan for January–July/August 2027 implementation, compliance with EU sanctions and the programme's inclusion and diversity requirements, and readiness to engage with the Cultural Horizons mentorship network. Detailed guidance, downloadable templates and the application form are available on the Cultural Vistas programme page and via the provided application link; enquiries can be sent to culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.org. Applicants should review the Residency Guide before starting the application to confirm eligibility details, required documents and reporting obligations Residency Guide and Application Application form EU Funding & Tenders Portal Listing ¹

Footnotes

1. 1Download the Residency Guide, Work Plan and Budget templates from the Cultural Vistas programme page and consult the full call text on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal for complete eligibility, evaluation criteria, payment and reporting procedures.

Program Purpose and Objectives

The Cultural Horizons Residencies call provides subgrants for EU-based institutions to implement residency and cooperation projects with Ukrainian artistic and cultural workers, fostering long-term partnerships and integrating the Ukrainian cultural sector into the European space ¹.

The program aims to strengthen connections between Ukrainian and EU cultural sectors, promote mentorship as a tool for professional development, and enhance access for displaced Ukrainians to cultural practices and heritage ².

Who Should Apply

Eligible applicants are artistic and cultural organizations and initiatives registered within the EU, including non-profit organizations (NGOs), public sector institutions, and sole applicants or consortia (with one lead organization designated) ³.

NGOs and public sector institutions working with displaced and vulnerable groups will be prioritized in the selection process ⁴.

Key Eligibility Requirements

1. 1Applicants must demonstrate the ability to host Ukrainian artistic and cultural professionals in 2027 and complete projects between January and August 2027
2. 2Applicants must confirm the absence of ties with the Russian Federation, including no partnerships with Russian organizations and no visits to Russian-occupied territories after 2014
3. 3Applicants must commit to diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural sensitivity in their working environment
4. 4Applicants must comply with the EU sanctions regime and refrain from glorifying Russian imperialism

Funding Details

Total Call Budget:€400,000, with a minimum of 20 subgrants to be awarded ⁵.

Grant Amount per Subgrant:€5,000 (minimum) to €20,000 (maximum) ⁶.

Project Duration:Minimum 3 months, maximum 8 months, within the implementation period of January 1 to July 30, 2027 ⁷.

Target Beneficiaries

Subgrants specifically support Ukrainian artists and cultural practitioners (including early-career specialists, debut artists, cultural managers, researchers, conservators), vulnerable groups from Ukraine (internally displaced persons, young artists, frontline communities), and cultural organizations in Ukraine (small communities, local initiatives, independent spaces, NGOs) ⁸.

Application Timeline and Process

1. 1Application phase: June 29 to September 30, 2026 (deadline: September 30, 2026, 18:00 UTC)
2. 2Evaluation process: October to November 2026
3. 3Implementation phase: January 1 to July 30, 2027
4. 4Final report submission: Within one month of project completion, no later than August 15, 2027

Applications must be submitted via the official form at Cultural Vistas Application Form, including required documents such as project proposal, budget template, organizational registration, and CVs of key team members ⁹.

Additional Resources and Support

Applicants can download the Residency Guide, Work Plan template, and Budget template from the Cultural Vistas Program Page for detailed guidance ¹⁰.

For inquiries, contact [[Cultural Horizons Team||culturalhorizons@culturalvistas.org]] or visit the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation website at UCF Cultural Horizons ¹¹.

Footnotes

1. 1Official program description from the EU Funding & Tenders Portal: EU Portal Page
2. 2Program objectives detailed on the Cultural Vistas website: Cultural Vistas Program Overview
3. 3Eligibility criteria from the Residency Guide and application form: Cultural Vistas Eligibility
4. 4Prioritization of NGOs and public sector institutions working with displaced groups: Cultural Vistas Prioritization
5. 5Total call budget and minimum subgrant count: EU Portal Budget Details
6. 6Grant amount range per subgrant: Cultural Vistas Grant Amounts
7. 7Project duration and implementation period: Cultural Vistas Timeline
8. 8Target beneficiary groups: Cultural Vistas Beneficiaries
9. 9Required documents and application form: Cultural Vistas Application Form
10. 10Residency Guide and templates: Cultural Vistas Resources
11. 11Contact information and Ukrainian Cultural Foundation website: UCF Cultural Horizons