Organizer Information
The Günter and Carin Krull Foundation (Krull Stiftung) is a Berlin-based private foundation dedicated to the promotion of contemporary art and the preservation of garden culture. The foundation specifically supports professional artists and initiatives that strengthen the cultural landscape of Berlin and Brandenburg, providing financial stability for research, creation, and scientific documentation.
Title & Description
2027 Working Grants and Project Funding.
The Krull Foundation has issued its call for entries for the 2027 funding cycle. This program offers support across three distinct pillars: individual work grants for artists, funding for specific projects in the arts and horticulture, and support for scientific publications related to these fields. The grants are designed to allow artists to focus on their creative development free from immediate commercial pressure.
Categories
Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture, Installation, Media Arts), Horticulture/Garden Culture, and Scientific Publications.
Eligibility
- Professional Status: Open to professional visual artists and scholars.
- Location: While the foundation is based in Berlin, specific residency requirements are outlined in the full guidelines (typically focusing on artists with a strong connection to the Berlin/Brandenburg region).
- Focus: Applicants must demonstrate a high level of artistic quality and a clear plan for the funding period.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Working Grants: Monthly stipends to support the artist's living and work expenses for a set duration in 2027.
- Project Funding: Financial contributions towards the realization of specific exhibitions, installations, or horticultural projects.
- Publication Support: Grants for the research and printing costs of scientific works within the foundation's focus areas.
Fees
- Application Fee: None mentioned.
Application Requirements
Applicants must use the specific official forms provided by the foundation. Required materials typically include:
- Application Form: Completed for the specific funding pillar (Work, Project, or Publication).
- Portfolio/Documentation: Evidence of previous professional work.
- Project Statement: Detailed description of the work to be undertaken during the grant period.
- CV: Artistic or scientific resume.
How to Apply?
Download the appropriate forms from the Krull Foundation website and submit them according to the instructions in the call for entries. Access Krull Foundation Forms here.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: June 1, 2026 (based on standard Krull Stiftung annual cycles; please verify exact postmark requirements on the website).
- Funding Period: Calendar year of 2027.
Location
Germany, Berlin.
Additional Details
The Krull Foundation uniquely links the promotion of fine arts with garden culture and horticulture. Proposals that find an intersection between these fields, or contribute to the scientific understanding of these disciplines, are often highly valued. Detailed guidelines on formatting and the number of work samples allowed can be found on the foundation's official "Calls" page.