NCCA Opens 2027 Competitive Grants Program with Nationwide Roadshow

• The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has opened the call for project proposals for its 2027 Competitive Grants Program.
• Eligible applicants include individual artists, cultural workers, local government units, NGOs, educational institutions, and indigenous groups.
• Proposals must support the preservation, development, and dissemination of Philippine arts and culture via the National Endowment Fund for Culture and the Arts (NEFCA).

Eligibility and Application

• Applicants must secure NCCA accreditation before applying.
• No unliquidated grants or derogatory records with government agencies are permitted.
• Submissions must be sent via email or courier by August 31, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST).
• Detailed guidelines and categories are available at ncca.gov.ph/ncca-competitive-grants-program.

Regional Roadshows

• The NCCA is hosting nationwide sessions to assist with proposal writing and application processes.
• Luzon/NCR: July 21, 2026 (Online session for NCR).
• Visayas (Bacolod City): July 27, 2026.
• Mindanao (Davao City): July 28, 2026.
• Registration QR codes and venue details are posted on the official NCCA Facebook page.