Swiss Cultural Fund UK launches new Major Grant
The Swiss Cultural Fund UK (SCF) has launched a new grant category – the Major Grant – reaffirming its mission to support Swiss artistic talent in the UK.
The Major Grant, worth between £10,000 and £15,000, is designed to support cultural institutions with ambitious projects that prominently feature Swiss or Switzerland-based artists in the UK.
Applications are open until 10 May 2026, with funding decisions to be made at the end of June. To be eligible, the institution will be required to secure matching funds from other sources.
Since its foundation as a privately financed charity in 1990, the SCF has stood at a distinctive crossroads between Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Directed by a Board of cultural experts and operated by the Culture Section of the Embassy of Switzerland in the United Kingdom, the SCF is dedicated to supporting the most promising Swiss-British artistic collaborations. The SCF’s commitment has always centered on nurturing new talent while ensuring strong visibility for Switzerland’s vibrant artistic landscape.
The Major Grant completes the SCF’s existing funding opportunities. Open to grassroot and large-scale institutional projects alike, the expanded grant programme reinforces the SCF’s mission to support creativity and foster international collaboration.
SCF Funding Opportunities
Standard Grant – Up to £3,000 per project
With three open calls per year, this grant category will continue to provide essential complementary funding to help ideas reach their full potential. It enables Swiss and Switzerland-based artists and cultural practitioners to present their work, expand networks, and gain visibility within the UK cultural landscape. This funding often acts as a springboard for emerging artists.
Application deadlines: 15 February, 10 May, 11 October 2026
Funding Decisions: within a month of the respective deadline
Major Grant – £10,000 to £15,000
The Major Grant will award one grant per year to an established cultural institution programming in the UK. Eligibility requires the institution to secure matching funds from other sources. The grant provides £10,000 to £15,000 to offer a unique platform to Swiss artistic talents; and, to British organisations, the opportunity to strengthen their relationships with the Swiss artistic scene.
Application deadline: 10 May 2026
Funding Decision: end of June
Learn more about our funding opportunities
The Swiss Cultural Fund UK Limited is registered as a British charity (803628) and as a company limited by guarantee (02474866). It is operated by the Culture Section of the Embassy of Switzerland in the UK.