The Soria city council has launched a new grant programme aimed at supporting cultural associations in the city, with a total funding of €22,000 available for the year 2026. This initiative, managed by the Department of Culture, is designed to strengthen the cultural fabric of Soria and promote a diverse, participatory, and accessible cultural programme for all residents.
The grants will finance up to 70% of the budget for projects that encourage artistic creation, traditional Sorian culture, citizen participation, equality, and inclusion. Eligible projects include those related to artistic training and creation, the recovery and dissemination of traditional Sorian culture—particularly in music, dance, and crafts—and the research and promotion of cultural or scientific content linked to the city.
Moreover, initiatives that complement the municipal cultural programme will be highly regarded, especially those that are open to the public and foster activity in local neighbourhoods and the use of public spaces as venues for community engagement and collective creation.
Funding details and application process
The grants are available to cultural associations registered with the Municipal Register of Associations of the Soria city council that operate within the municipal area. The funding can cover up to 70% of the total project budget, with eligible activities required to take place between 1 January and 31 December 2026. An advance payment of 70% of the granted amount will be made, with the remaining 30% paid upon submission and verification of the required documentation.
The evaluation criteria for the grants include the promotion of associationism, citizen participation, encouragement of artistic creation, preservation of cultural heritage, public programming, and contributions to a more inclusive, diverse, and equal culture.
Application timeline
Applications will be accepted for a period of 30 calendar days, starting from the day after the announcement is published in the Official Bulletin of the Province of Soria. Associations must submit their applications through the municipal electronic headquarters, including a detailed programme and budget for the activities, as well as a report of activities from the previous year. The guidelines and application forms are available in the grants section of the electronic headquarters.
The deadline for justifying the subsidised activities will be 28 February 2027, with extensions to the next working day if the deadline falls on a non-working day. This initiative reflects the Soria city council's ongoing commitment to supporting cultural associations as vital agents in enriching the city's programming, promoting citizen participation, and making culture accessible to all.
