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Creative and Critical Writings
Funding for Arabic-language literary and critical writing
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 35,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 4, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
AFAC’s Creative and Critical Writings program supports Arabic-language writing and publishing projects in arts and culture. It offers annual funding of up to USD 20,000 for individuals and teams, and up to USD 35,000 for collectives and institutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 4, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Critical arts and culture writing
- Theatrical writing
- Children’s and youth literature
- Graphic novels, short stories, and poetry
- Digital and analog publishing projects
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Supporting material and samples for the project
- Requested supporting documents checklist
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals from Arab countries
- Institutions and organizations from the Arab region
- Nonprofit and for-profit entities
- Galleries and venues linked to arts and culture
Who is not eligible
- AFAC board members and staff
- Business partners or family members of AFAC board members or staff
- Current year reader and juror committee members for the categories they assess
- Applicants with a current open grant
- Recent repeat grantees within the stated waiting period
Eligible expenses
- Project production costs, including research and development
- Materials, space, and equipment rentals
- Artistic and technical labor or collaboration fees
- Travel costs linked to project implementation or research
- Institutional or artist fees up to 30% of the grant amount
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retroactive funding for already completed projects
- Mobility grants
Eligible geographic areas
- Arab countries
- Arab region
- The Arab diaspora
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility after the call closes
- Eligible applications are assessed by an independent readers committee
- Shortlisted applications are reviewed by an independent jury committee
- Selected applicants are notified by email and the results are announced publicly
- Successful applicants sign a grant agreement before funding starts
Additional information
- Applications are accepted only through the online form.
- Selected applicants receive an email before the public announcement.
- A grant agreement is signed with each selected grantee.
- Grantees must acknowledge AFAC in project materials and publications.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Creative and Critical Writings Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Creative and Critical Writings. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Creative and Critical Writings?
AFAC’s Creative and Critical Writings program supports Arabic-language writing and publishing projects in arts and culture. It offers annual funding of up to USD 20,000 for individuals and teams, and up to USD 35,000 for collectives and institutions.
How much funding can be received?
Creative and Critical Writings Funds up to $35,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Creative and Critical Writings program?
To be eligible for the Creative and Critical Writings program, you must:
Arabic-language project
Arts and culture writing or publishing
Supporting material required
What expenses are eligible under Creative and Critical Writings?
Critical arts and culture writing
Theatrical writing
Children’s and youth literature
Graphic novels, short stories, and poetry
Digital and analog publishing projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Creative and Critical Writings?
You can contact Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC).
Where is the Creative and Critical Writings available?
The Creative and Critical Writings program is available across Canada.
Is the Creative and Critical Writings a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Creative and Critical Writings is a Grant and Funding