Creative Economy Development Grants

Sector: Culture and creative industries
Type: Grant
Location: Ukraine
Deadline: 22 October 2025 at 23:59 Kyiv time
Organiser: The British Council

This is an opportunity for creative hubs and professional associations that support the development of the Ukrainian creative economy. Receive up to EUR 11,500 to launch a project for veterans, update a website, conduct audience research, or travel to colleagues in another city or country to be inspired by their successes. You will have a year to bring your idea to life.

Find inspiration for your project among past winners.

The competition is sponsored by the British Council in Ukraine.

More about the programme

What do I get?
  • Up to EUR 11,500 (GBP 10,000) for fees, travel, translation, marketing, subscriptions, equipment, taxes and other project-related costs
  • Additional EUR 1,100 (GBP 1,000) for inclusion
  • Two-day workshop with the organisers in January
Can I apply?

This is a competition for creative hubs and professional associations that:

  • Work as a driver of the creative economy in Ukraine
  • Are registered as organisations: commercial, non-commercial, state, educational (not individual entrepreneurs)
  • Have not yet received this grant
  • Can receive and spend grants
What do I need to apply?

Completed application, which includes:

  • Information about your organisation, audience and projects
  • Project description: activities, team, promo, risks and expected results
  • Budget in the form
  • Organisation registration documents
How do I apply?
Apply via the online platform by 22 October. Five winners will be announced in early December.
Good to know
  • You can submit multiple applications, but only one will win.
  • You will receive money in hryvnias.

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