Prince Claus Fund
The Prince Claus Fund is an independent foundation dedicated to culture and development, serving engaged artists and cultural practitioners in places where culture is under pressure.
Last updated September 16, 2026
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Overview
The Prince Claus Fund is an independent foundation dedicated to culture and development. It serves engaged artists and cultural practitioners in places where culture is under pressure, offering trust-based funding, connections and recognition. Established on 6 September 1996 as a tribute to HRH Prince Claus's dedication to culture and development, it runs Awards & Programmes including the Impact Award, Fellows Award, Seed Award, Exchanges and a pilot Urgency Programme.
History
The Prince Claus Fund was established on 6 September 1996 as a tribute to HRH Prince Claus's dedication to culture and development. It describes itself as an independent foundation dedicated to culture and development, serving engaged artists and cultural practitioners in places where culture is under pressure. Its programmes include the Impact Award, Fellows Award, Seed Award, Exchanges and a pilot Urgency Programme launched with the support of the Postcode Lottery, which in its first phase supported 44 artists across 32 countries. The Exchanges programme, made possible through support from the City of Amsterdam, connects Prince Claus Awardees with Amsterdam's cultural scene.
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An independent foundation and global leader in trust-based funding and an outspoken advocate for the transformative power of culture.
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