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, supporting particularly pioneering, future-oriented projects as they move from vision to practice. Applications may be submitted both by organisations funded during the orientation phase and by cultural institutions, local authorities and consortia that have not previously participated in the programme.
A total budget of €10 million is available for the implementation phase. The call for applications is now open, with applications accepted from 5 October 2026 until 12 noon on 12 February 2027. Full details of the application process and further information about the implementation phase are available here.