Operating grants 2028-2032
Are you submitting an application for operating subsidies on 1 December 2026 and do you have a question? Are you looking for a critical sounding board or do you need advice?
- Email your question to advies@kunsten.be.
- Every Monday, you can ask questions about operating subsidies during our digital Morning Coffees between 10 and 11 am.
- Call us on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 2 and 5 pm on +32 495 76 20 62.
- Read our advice on operating subsidies.
Infosessions in the framework of operating grants
The Arts Decree opens up many possibilities, but also comes with a number of obligations. For example, you must take into account the points of attention raised by Minister Caroline Gennez, which will be announced on 1 April in her Strategic Vision Statement. Your artistic plans must also be consistent with a balanced budget, and your application will undergo an extensive procedure.
Stay well informed through our information sessions. Keep an eye on our channels for dates and registrations.
- Info session Strategic Vision Statement (rewatch the info session here)
- Cultuurloket’s webinars on multi-year budgeting (June 25) and the financial appendix (September 22)
- Info session application and assessment procedure (rewatch the info session here)
- Individual feedback sessions with experts (September/October 2026)
Supporting activities within the framework of operating grants
Many arts organisations are beginning to develop their ideas to apply for operating grants. But how does each organisation’s plan fit into the bigger picture: where can we find complementarity, perhaps even opportunities for collaboration? We facilitate discussion and exchange during discipline-specific and thematic meetings.
