The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is pleased to announce the NAC Annual Project Funding Call for applications for the 2026-2027 Financial Year.

We hereby invite individual arts practitioners and registered arts organisations and community art centres to apply for funding.

Closing date: 13 March 2026 at 23h59

Outcomes date: 29 May 2026

This call appeals to arts practitioners to present projects that can continue to educate, entertain, and enlighten audiences. Proposed projects must demonstrate impact and value for the communities in which they operate.

The maximum amount applied for should not be more than R350 000. The allocation will be in line with the redress and transformation imperatives of the NAC.Applications must be submitted on or before Friday, 13 March 2026 at 23h59pm.

Applicants need to register and complete the online application form using the following link: https://nac.praxisgms.co.za/.

Manual applications can be requested from info@nac.org.za. This service is reserved only for those who lack access to internet services.

Please note that late and incomplete applications will not be considered, and no exceptions will be made.