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Last Update: April 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 12,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The COAL Prize 2026 offers a €12,000 award and a creative residency for artistic projects exploring the theme of night. It supports in-progress or forthcoming projects with artistic, ecological, and participatory relevance.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Art projects exploring and defending the theme of night.
- Projects addressing night as an ecological, social, or cultural issue.
- Artistic works in development or to be produced.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Detailed project description
- Technical note and budget estimate
- At least two HD visuals
- CV and artistic portfolio
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Artists
- International artists
- Artists working in visual and plastic arts
Eligible geographic areas
- International
Selection criteria
- Artistic value and quality.
- Relevance to the themes and issues.
- Originality of approach or perspective.
- Pedagogy, social and participatory approach, and societal impact.
- Eco-design, feasibility, and collaboration with nature conservation actors.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application file
- Complete the application form.
- Write the project description, technical note, and budget estimate.
- Gather at least two HD visuals, a CV, and an artistic portfolio.
- Step 2: Combine the documents
- Compile all documents into a single PDF file.
- Name the file according to the instructions provided.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Upload the application to the COAL server.
- Submit before the deadline of 28 April 2026 at 23:59.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection committee of professionals.
- Ten artists are nominated from the submitted projects.
- A jury selects the winner and special mentions from the nominees.
- Winners are announced in autumn 2026.
- Results are followed by an award ceremony at Sans Réserve.
Additional information
- The jury composition will be announced in spring/summer 2026.
- Unselected submissions remain in COAL’s archives and may be consulted by partners.
- Participation implies acceptance of the publication and communication conditions.
- The call is open alongside a separate COAL Student Prize call.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night Program
What is the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night?
The COAL Prize 2026 offers a €12,000 award and a creative residency for artistic projects exploring the theme of night. It supports in-progress or forthcoming projects with artistic, ecological, and participatory relevance.
How much funding can be received?
COAL Prize 2026 : The Night Funds up to $12,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night program?
To be eligible for the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night program, you must:
Artistic project on the theme of night.
Project in progress or forthcoming.
Relevant artistic and ecological approach.
What expenses are eligible under COAL Prize 2026 : The Night?
Art projects exploring and defending the theme of night.
Projects addressing night as an ecological, social, or cultural issue.
Artistic works in development or to be produced.
Who can I contact for more information about the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night?
You can contact Fondation L'Accolade by email at contact@projetcoal.fr.
Where is the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night available?
The COAL Prize 2026 : The Night program is available across Canada.
Is the COAL Prize 2026 : The Night a grant, loan, or tax credit?
COAL Prize 2026 : The Night is a Grant and Funding