Network Funding

Cooperation projects spanning several federal states in the field of knowledge transfer and professional qualification in the independent performing arts that include at least one discussion event, symposium, conference or another major information event for further education or the specialist exchange of ideas of nationwide relevance.

Artistic productions and guest performances or other artistic supporting programs are not eligible for funding.

Long-standing associations, networks, production companies and nationally renowned festivals of the independent performing arts that are organized as a legal entity and that are cooperating on the project applied for with at least one other institution from the independent performing arts that is also organized as a legal entity and is based in another federal state.

Individuals and private partnerships are not eligible to apply.

€15,000 - €50,000

Proof of approved co-financing from public funds (state and/or municipality) amounting to at least 50% of the amount applied for to the Fonds must be provided for the project applied for at the time of application.

The regulations form the basis for the formal completeness of the application and include information on application requirements, formal exclusion criteria, and the cost and financing plan, as well as a list of the documents to be submitted. They should be read carefully before submitting an application. Failure to comply with the criteria set forth in the guidelines may result in an application being rejected on formal grounds and not forwarded to the jury.

Applications to the Fonds Darstellende Künste will be submitted exclusively online.

Application deadline(s):

The possible project period for approved applications begins with the positive funding approval and ends on 31.07.2027. A complete where-used list must be submitted by 30.09.2027.

For all further information, please read the regulations before submitting your application or before calling the office of the Fonds Darstellende Künste for advice. The FAQs provide further assistance. We strive to make the application process accessible and barrier-free. Please contact beratung@fonds-daku.de to arrange individual advice.   

The Fonds Darstellende Künste provides templates for the cost and financing plans that must be submitted; these must be used when applying. These and other important documents are available in the Forms section.

The jury in the network funding program is composed of members of the Fonds’ board of trustees. An overview of the members of the board of trustees can be found here.