Applications are now open for the British Council’s Connections Through Culture 2026 grants programme, supporting international creative and cultural collaborations between the UK and participating countries. The programme aims to foster meaningful partnerships, encourage cross-cultural exchange, and build long-term international relationships across a wide range of creative disciplines.
Who can apply?
- Creative practitioners and artists
- Cultural professionals
- Arts and cultural organisations
- Festivals and biennials
- Creative hubs and collectives
- Applicants must be based in the UK or one of the participating countries and work in partnership with an eligible overseas organisation.
What can you get?
- Grants of £5,000 to £15,000 to develop and deliver collaborative creative and cultural projects.
Deadline
12 August 2026
Key notes
- Supports projects across a broad range of art forms and creative sectors.
- Focuses on building sustainable international partnerships and cultural exchange.
- Replaces several previous British Council arts funding programmes, including International Collaboration Grants, Biennials Connect, and the Architecture, Design and Fashion Biennials and Festivals Grants.