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Sharjah Art Foundation Announces 2025–2026 Open Calls
Sharjah Art Foundation invites creatives to apply for its 2025–2026 grants in film, comics, and publishing, supporting innovative artistic projects.
- Publish date: Monday، 26 May 2025
The Sharjah Art Foundation has launched its 2025–2026 open calls, inviting artists, filmmakers, and writers to apply for three key grant programs: the SFP8 Short Film Production Grant, Corniche 7 comics anthology, and the Publishing Grant.
SFP8 Short Film Production Grant
Open to independent filmmakers globally, this grant supports the completion of short films (up to 50 minutes). A total of AED 120,000 (approximately USD 30,000) will be given to the selected project. Applications are due by 11:59 PM UAE time on June 19.
Corniche 7 Comics Anthology
Illustrators and comic artists are invited to submit pitches for a six-page comic to be considered for publication in the upcoming Corniche 7 anthology. The deadline for submissions is June 30.
Publishing Grant 2025–2026
This grant supports innovative publishing projects by cultural producers, including scholars, writers, editors, and independent publishers. A total of USD 30,000 will be awarded to multiple grantees, with individual grants not exceeding USD 15,000. Projects should be completed in time for the Focal Point art book fair in late 2026. The application deadline is 11:59 PM UAE time on August 17.
For more information and to apply, visit the Sharjah Art Foundation's official website.