Pankow supports creative projects: applications for up to 10,000 euros by October 15th!

Pankow supports creative projects: applications for up to 10,000 euros by October 15th!

The art and culture department in the Pankow district office has announced its funding instruments for the district's independent art and culture scene. As berlin.de reports, grant applications for project and infrastructure funding in the 2026 financial year can now be submitted until October 15, 2025. This support is aimed at artists, individuals, initiatives and associations who want to make a contribution to cultural diversity in Pankow.

Project funding enables grants of up to 10,000 euros per project and includes all artistic divisions. What is new is that additional expenses for accessibility and special grants for artists: inside with impairments, neurodiversions and chronic diseases can also be applied for. A total of 155,000 euros are expected to be available for project funding.

Infrastructure funding

In addition to project funding, infrastructure funding is offered, which is specifically aimed at independent art and cultural institutions that do not receive regular funding. This measure aims to optimize organizational operations and structurally strengthen the independent scene. Financial resources can be applied for for new technical purchases, qualifications and advice, although construction work is excluded. The maximum application amount is 7,500 euros per year.

The application deadline for both types of funding ends on October 15, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. An original application must be received the following business day. In order to provide applicants with comprehensive information, an online information event took place on September 9, 2025, for which registration was required.

Funding criteria and eligibility to apply

The funding criteria range from supporting young artists to projects with marginalized perspectives. Both artists and cultural workers as well as legal entities such as non-profit organizations or companies are eligible to apply. A particular focus is on projects that ensure public accessibility in the Pankow district.

As kreativkultur.berlin informed, a two-part application is required: An online form and the original application must be submitted in German. In addition, the projects must benefit professional artists, while amateur participation is undesirable.

The cultural administration of the Berlin Senate is also committed to supporting cultural projects in Berlin. berlin.de emphasizes that the focus is on projects of outstanding quality and promotes equal opportunities for participation, regardless of personal background. Overall, the support of artistic productions and project funding should help to enable cultural participation and promote exchange within the various art sectors.

These comprehensive funding opportunities offer numerous committed artists a valuable opportunity to realize their projects and create a cultural space that promotes diversity and inclusion.