Architecture, Design and Fashion Biennials and Festivals Grants

The Connections through Culture (CTC) Grants 2026, run by the British Council in Palestine, support artistic collaboration between the United Kingdom and eligible participating countries, including Palestine. The programme is open to individual artists, creative practitioners, cultural organisations, festivals, biennials, hubs and collectives. Projects may involve co‑creation, residencies, workshops, exhibitions, performances, festivals, digital innovation, research and capacity‑building activities across visual arts, architecture, design, fashion, music, literature, theatre, dance, film and creative technology. Applications must involve at least one UK‑based partner and one partner based in an eligible country, with both partners legally established in their respective locations for the duration of the project. The grant period runs from December 2026 to December 2027. Funding ranges from up to £9,000 for Egypt‑based partners to up to £15,000 for partners in selected countries. No application fee is required. Applicants are invited to attend online information sessions in June and July 2026. Full eligibility criteria, application toolkit and FAQs are available via the links provided. Applications open 17 June 2026 and close 12 August 2026 (23:59 BST). Decisions are announced in October 2026.