ZMINA:Resilience 2026–27: Up to €50,000 for Ukrainian–European Art Project Showcasing
Funding for public presentation of work made by cross-border partners
ZMINA:Resilience, run by IZOLYATSIA Foundation in Ukraine with Malý Berlín and Trans Europe Halles, is accepting proposals for international presentation of cultural works jointly created by Ukrainian and other Creative Europe organisations. Round 2 closes on 14 December 2026. This strand funds touring and public showcasing of completed or co-created cultural projects, not an unrestricted residency for an individual artist. Eligible partnerships need at least one Ukrainian cultural organisation and at least one qualifying organisation from another Creative Europe country.
Up to €50,000, not 100% project funding
The grant can cover up to €50,000 and a maximum of 90 percent of eligible project costs. The remaining ten percent must be provided by the applicants in actual money, not as in-kind volunteer work or donated equipment. Organisers estimate 19–25 grants across the strand, with an overall pool of €950,000. Applicants therefore need a budget for audiences, transport, production and technical implementation, as well as accounting arrangements that prove the required cash cofinancing.
At least six events, including in Ukraine
Projects must present at least three public events in each of two different countries, with one country being Ukraine. Events must not take place in the home city or town of the applicant organisations. In Ukraine, hybrid or online presentation formats may be considered because of safety conditions. The implementation period is up to seven months from the signed agreement. The call accepts creative and cultural sectors except audiovisual: film and standalone audiovisual projects should not be submitted assuming that the term 'all art' overrides this exclusion. Visual installations may require direct classification confirmation.
Organisers and safe application route
IZOLYATSIA, Malý Berlín and Trans Europe Halles have documented cultural projects and form an identifiable consortium in a European-supported funding programme. The official ZMINA website publishes current eligibility and the live application platform. Before submitting, verify the sector restriction, requirements for accounting, presentation geography, audience access, security and copyright in the co-created work.
Official organiser information and full application
Information reviewed 23 October 2026. Organisers may adjust deadlines, eligibility, fee waivers, insurance, media rights and grant conditions. Always verify the live original call before submitting.