Now Open for Applications: Asian Cultural Council 2026 ...

ACC’s mission centers on advancing cross-cultural exchange by enabling grantees to engage authentically with cultures different from their own. Unlike other arts funding bodies that focus on final outputs or productions, ACC places special emphasis on immersion, dialogue, and the process of cultural exchange. This approach offers grantees the invaluable opportunity to live, learn, and collaborate within new cultural contexts, fostering personal growth, intercultural understanding and respect, [...] Organization Grant: This grant supports arts and cultural organizations whose programming would benefit from cultural research and enhanced access to artistic networks in specific countries or regions. These grants empower institutions to foster international collaboration and expand their community impact. [...] Now in its sixth decade of service, ACC is dedicated to nurturing meaningful international connections and deepening cultural understanding by supporting visionary artists, scholars, cultural practitioners, and organizations across Asia and the US. ACC’s fellowships and grants emphasize immersive cultural experiences, collaborative partnerships, and the building of lasting relationships that transcend national borders. ## ACC’s Core Mission