No. However, it can be used to pay for services such as press and public relations work or marketing.

You can also apply as an individual artist.

Only two files can be uploaded via the online application process (a three-year plan with a project description for the first year, and a three-year rough budget with a detailed breakdown for the first year).
If you wish to include further information with your application, this can only be done as part of the project description.

No; once your application has been submitted, no changes can be made.
If your application is successful, changes may be made during the implementation of the project. These must be notified in writing to the Department of Culture, Section 5.

1. Premises
1.1. Rehearsal room:
In view of the project’s objectives, the use of a rehearsal space must be explained in more detail and justified in the application.

Rental costs arising from the long-term hire of a rehearsal space cannot be fully subsidised under production-independent funding. Furthermore, investments in these spaces (installation of technical equipment, dance floor, etc.) are not eligible for funding under this scheme.

In the case of a long-term lease of a rehearsal room, a grant of up to 200 euros per month (for the period of the actual lease) may be awarded (up to a maximum of 2,400 euros per year). This flat-rate amount was set in line with rental grants for other artistic disciplines.

The monthly grant is reduced to the actual rent if this is less than 200 euros per month. In the case of a needs-based, non-permanent rental, the actual expenses may be covered; a corresponding justification for the use must be submitted, particularly if the project-related rental costs more than 2,400 euros per year.

Settlement:
Settlement is carried out by submitting a copy of the tenancy agreement or copies of invoices (along with proof of payment, if requested). The actual use (for example, periods of use) must be detailed in the activity report.

1.2. Workspace / Office / Workstation:
In view of the project’s objectives, the use of a workspace, office or workstation must be explained in more detail and justified within the application.

Rental costs and service charges for a permanently rented office space cannot be subsidised in full, but only on a pro rata basis. The initial fitting-out of an office is generally not eligible for a subsidy.
A grant of up to 200 euros per month may be awarded upon proof of tenancy.
The monthly grant is reduced to the actual rent if this is less than 200 euros per month (for example, a workspace).

Rental costs for office space / workstations / workspaces within flats cannot be covered (not even as a proportion of the rental costs).

Settlement:
Settlement is carried out by submitting a copy of the tenancy agreement or copies of invoices (along with proof of payment, if requested). The actual use (e.g. periods, activities) must be detailed in the activity report.

1.3. Storage space:
Rental costs for a storage facility may be recognised provided there is appropriate justification (demonstrating the necessity for achieving the project’s objectives). A distinction must be made between such storage and other storage arrangements (not related to the project’s objectives).
The size of the storage facility and the benefits of a long-term lease must be justified. The storage costs must be proportionate to the benefits.
Expenditure extending beyond the grant period (2025 to 2027) cannot be covered by the Department of Culture.

Settlement:
Settlement is carried out by submitting a copy of the tenancy agreement or copies of invoices. The actual use (for example, what was stored?) must be detailed in the activity report.

2. Production management / fees for administrative tasks / tour management / third-party funding acquisition

No monthly flat-rate payments can be subsidised; only actual services provided by third parties (verifiable by invoice) are eligible for funding. The required services / activities (including the number of hours and hourly rate) must be described in the application.
Accounting:
The invoices must clearly show the services / activities, as well as the date of service, the hourly rate and the number of hours. The success / benefits of production management should be outlined in the activity report with regard to the individual objectives and the actual achievement of those objectives.

3. Networking and professionalisation

3.1. Travel expenses (e.g. festival visits):
Travel expenses must be specified in writing in the application (at the latest before the grant is paid out):
Reason for the trip, expected benefits, justification for the duration of the trip (for trips lasting several days),
justification for the number of travellers (if there are several), justification for the choice of transport (cost-effective, economical, environmentally friendly)

Actual travel costs, accommodation costs, participation fees and, where applicable, daily allowances (in accordance with the Bavarian Travel Expenses Act) may be recognised. Fees incurred in connection with the travel cannot be recognised. The provisions of the Bavarian Travel Expenses Act form the basis for the calculation of eligible travel expenses.
http://www.gesetze-bayern.de/Content/Document/BayRKG
Settlement:
Travel expenses must be supported by copies of invoices (with the exception of daily allowances).
The benefits/success of the trip must be outlined in the factual report.

3.2. Building networks
No monthly lump sums will be accepted. The required services/activities (including the number of hours and hourly rate) must be described in the application. This applies to both artists’ fees and those of third parties.
Accounting:
These expenses must be substantiated by copies of invoices or lists of activities, and the benefits/outcomes must be explained in the project report.

3.3. Training courses, workshops
These measures must be explained in more detail in the application (in terms of the expected benefits and individual objectives), and the expenditure must be broken down in a transparent manner.
In the case of fees: Monthly flat-rate payments cannot be accepted. The required services or activities (including the number of hours and hourly rate) must be described in the application. This applies to both artists’ fees and services provided by third parties.
Accounting:
These expenses must be substantiated by copies of invoices or lists of activities, and the benefits/success must be explained in the activity report.

4. Marketing, Public Relations, Audience Development
This includes, in particular, the creation, revision and translation of websites, the creation and revision of promotional materials, and the associated printing costs, etc.
Ongoing expenditure on website maintenance and hosting fees is generally not eligible.
Accounting:
Actual expenditure must be substantiated by copies of invoices, and the benefits or outcomes must be explained in the project report.

5. Technical purchases​
Technology purchases may be subsidised if, within the scope of the project’s objectives, they relate to specialised technology rather than basic equipment (such as a work laptop).
The need for the equipment must be justified in detail.

6. Project costs
Project costs (excluding production costs) may be subsidised under the non-production-related funding scheme. However, these measures must be explained in more detail in the application (with regard to the expected benefits and individual objectives) and broken down in a transparent manner.

In the case of fees, the following must be noted:
As this is non-production-related funding, no fees for concept development etc. may be recognised if they are charged in connection with preparations for productions or project applications. Fees are therefore only eligible if they relate to specific objectives and are incurred in the context of projects or measures that support the achievement of those objectives. Services provided by third parties (see above) on a fee basis (invoice) are also permitted.
However, no monthly flat-rate payments can be recognised. The required services/activities (with the respective number of hours and hourly rates) must be described in the application. This applies to both artists’ fees and those of third parties.
Accounting:
Actual expenditure must be substantiated by copies of invoices or lists of activities, and the benefits/success must be explained in the activity report.

Non-eligible expenses (illustrative list):

• recurring expenses such as memberships, standing charges (telephone, website, etc.), account management fees, tax consultancy
  Fees for artists or artist groups without a specific project
• Basic equipment (tools of the trade, etc.)
• Living expenses (or daily necessities)