Description TelepART Mobility Support is a micro-funding initiative designed to facilitate international travel for performing artists, scientists, and researchers. Managed by the Finnish Cultural and Research Institutes, the program provides quick and easy grants to support emerging and semi-established professionals in these fields. Information & Application Details Grant Types: TelepART-Arts: Supports performing arts projects. TelepART-Science: Supports research events. Funding may be granted for travel, accommodation and shipping costs. Starting from €100, the support is limited to a maximum of €1,000. The grant must not represent more than 50% of the total cost of the production. Total production costs include travel, accommodation and shipping costs, performance fees and other performance related non-fixed costs (i.e. the technical staff for the performance), all including VAT. This rule assures that the travel budget is in balance with the size of the event. If applying for the art grant, The Performer must receive a reasonable compensation for their work (“performance fee”). Daily allowances, meals, etc. are neither supported by the programme nor included in the “Total costs of the production”. The funding is granted at the discretion of the Finnish Cultural and Research Institutes, in consultation with varying performing arts professionals. Funded projects are published on the website of the relevant institute. Decision Time: Within two weeks of application submission. Application Period: Open year-round until funds are exhausted. Eligibility Countries Involved: TelepART-Arts:
  • Argentina
  • Austria
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Croatia
  • Cuba
  • Czechia
  • Estonia
  • Germany
  • Hungary
  • Japan
  • Latvia
  • Lithuania
  • Mexico
  • Romania
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Switzerland
  • Peru
  • Portugal
  • Uruguay
TelepART-Science: Finland + Austria, Japan, Germany, Switzerland. Who Can Apply? Individual academics or performers Groups Representatives of performers (e.g., agencies) Event organizers Theme & Purpose The program aims to strengthen cultural and academic exchanges between Finland and eligible countries. How to Apply Applications are submitted online through the Finnish Cultural and Research Institutes. Required documents include budget details and proof of event commitment. Submission Requirements The grant covers up to 50% of total production costs, including travel, accommodation, and shipping. The performer must receive fair compensation ("performance fee"). Daily allowances, meals, and fixed costs are not covered. Selection Process Projects are evaluated based on: Artistic/academic merit The importance of the funding for the applicant Budget balance The project's impact on cultural/academic exchange Program Benefits & Awards Financial support for travel and accommodation. Increased international exposure and professional networking. Promotion of funded projects on the relevant institute's website. Contact & Resources More details are available through Finnish Cultural and Research Institutes. Follow updates on social media using #telepart. Website link: https://applytelepart.com/about/