Open Arts Fund 2026

About

The Open Arts Fund 2026 offers up to NGN 500,000 in flexible funding for creative projects and initiatives connected to Northern Nigeria, across visual arts, literature, music, film and performance. Who can apply: artists, writers, cultural workers, collectives and arts organisations with projects linked to Northern Nigeria. How to apply: read the open call on the Open Arts website and apply by 10 November 2026.

Eligibility — verbatim from the source

Creative projects connected to Northern Nigeria; individuals, collectives and arts organisations.

Requirements

What you get

• Up to NGN 500,000 flexible funding

Important dates

• Deadline: Nov 10, 2026

Location

Nigeria