Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture announces 2026 funding programs

The Department of Contemporary Culture under the Deputy Ministry of Culture of Cyprus has announced several funding programs for 2026, including the 'Kypria' Arts Festival scheme and plans for operational support for cultural and theatrical organizations. The 'Kypria' 2026 program, now in its fourth year, aims to modernize the state's festival policy, with application submissions opening on March 13, 2026. Additionally, funding schemes for operational costs and international networking for cultural entities were announced, with an application deadline of April 6, 2026, at 14:00. Applicants must use the official digital platform at https://www.grants4arts.cy for all submissions. Support for inquiries regarding application content is available via email at cypria@culture.gov.cy or by phone, while technical issues with the platform should be addressed to grants4arts@culture.gov.cy. The Deputy Minister of Culture plans to hold meetings with stakeholders in the coming weeks to finalize the revised program for 2027. Applications for operational funding will be evaluated by a three-member committee consisting of departmental officials.