German festivals to benefit from €4 million fund
Events can apply to central funding body Initiative Musik for grants of up to €50,000, with priority to be given to non-urban areas
News By James Hanley | 2 October 2024
German music festivals are set to share in a €4 million funding pot as part of the latest phase of a nationwide programme. Events can apply for grants of up to €50,000 between 11 October and 4 November, with applications to be evaluated by a “qualified panel of industry experts”.
Key factors in the judging process will include evidence of measures to strengthen ecological sustainability, promote young artists, support special programme formats, and initiatives for participation and accessibility, including greater diversity on stages.
“Festivals…