The Programme
Approved: Implementation phase from 2027.
More information here.
Enabling cultural institutions and local authorities in major German cities to pursue forward-looking innovation – that is the aim of “Übermorgen – Neue Modelle für Kulturinstitutionen”.
In spring 2025, fifty cultural institutions from across Germany embarked on this journey and are currently developing innovative ideas to help guide their organisations successfully into the future as relevant spaces for social life – particularly in light of the significant challenges and crises of our time.
The 1st Phase
During the orientation phase, running from May 2025 to December 2026, the German Federal Cultural Foundation – in cooperation with Bureau Ritter as the executive partner – is supporting each institution with funding of €50,000. Future forums and international research trips also provide valuable inspiration for shaping these future-oriented projects. A total budget of up to €4.6 million is available for this first phase.
The 2nd Phase
The implementation phase will begin in 2027, during which up to twenty pioneering projects will receive support to put their plans into practice. Applications may be submitted both by participants from the orientation phase and by institutions or consortia that have not previously been part of the programme. A total budget of up to €10 million has been allocated for this second phase, with the call for proposals opening in autumn 2026.
Further information on how to apply, along with details of the implementation phase, will be available here from early 2026.