INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES FOR EMERGENCY SUPPORT, FUNDING AND INCOME

This section features resources that help artists quickly access funding, emergency assistance, paid work and new income opportunities. Here you can find urgent support programs for crisis situations, initiatives supporting artists under threat, crowdfunding platforms, cultural funds and educational services.

Upė Foundation — a paid curatorial role in London

Upė Foundation Curatorial Fellowship — a paid curatorial position in London for up to 18 months

An international paid position for emerging curators in London with an annual salary of £30,960, professional development, and work at …
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Upė Foundation — a paid curatorial role in Lithuania

Upė Foundation Curatorial Fellowship — a paid curatorial position in Lithuania for up to 18 months

An international paid position for emerging curators in Lithuania with a €2,175 salary, relocation support, and work with the CAC …
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12 international competitions for artists and photographers in 2026

12 international competitions for artists and photographers in the second half of 2026 — prizes, exh…

International art competitions for artists and photographers with deadlines in the second half of 2026: open calls, awards and exhibitions …
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10 emergency support schemes for artists in 2026

10 international emergency support programmes for artists facing emigration, threats or financial di…

Emergency assistance for artists, relocation, financial support and grants for artists in exile. 10 international programmes available in 2026 …
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 Sophie Macpherson — international art vacancies

Sophie Macpherson — international vacancies and career opportunities in the arts

Building a career in the international arts sector can be just as challenging as finding a grant or residency. Job …
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 Jooble — search for jobs and remote vacancies worldwide

Jooble — an international job search engine for jobs and remote vacancies in over 70 countries

International vacancies, remote jobs, and automatic email alerts that help you discover new opportunities and save time on your job …
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Call for Curators — job vacancies and resources for curators

Call for Curators — job vacancies, grants and professional resources for curators worldwide

An international platform featuring job vacancies, grants, residencies, open calls and professional resources for curators and cultural managers …
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Weltoffenes Berlin — the integration of artists in Berlin

Weltoffenes Berlin — integrating artists in Berlin through cultural networks and professional suppor…

The Berlin Senate’s programme helps artists and cultural professionals to build professional networks, settle into cultural scene and advance their …
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Artistic Freedom Initiative — relocating artists to the US

Artistic Freedom Initiative (AFI) — free relocation of artists to the US and legal assistance

Free relocation for artists to the US with support from AFI: legal assistance, accommodation, work permits, residencies and professional integration …
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Artists use crowdfunding platforms to finance exhibitions, book publishing, film production, art projects, and other creative initiatives. For ongoing support of a creative practice, Patreon, Ko-fi, and Buy Me a Coffee are useful options, allowing audiences to subscribe or make one-time donations. Larger projects often rely on Kickstarter, GoFundMe, 4fund, and Startnext, which enable fundraising for a specific goal within a defined timeframe. These platforms help artists connect directly with their audiences and build additional sources of funding independent of grant programs.

Today, artists can look for work beyond galleries and museums. International platforms help users find job openings, paid internships, project-based work, and career opportunities in the arts. For positions in cultural institutions, ArtJobs and Sophie Macpherson publish vacancies from museums, galleries, art fairs, and studios. ArtStation helps digital artists connect with employers and creative projects, Call for Curators brings together jobs, grants, and opportunities for curators and arts managers, while Jooble makes it possible to search for jobs and remote positions across different European countries. ArtCurator also publishes selected vacancies, internships, project-based positions, and other opportunities for creative professionals.

If an artist faces political pressure, censorship, security threats, persecution, or is forced to leave their country, there are international organizations that provide emergency assistance. Among the best-known initiatives are Artists at Risk, Artist Protection Fund, Aid A, Artistic Freedom Initiative (AFI), Atelier des Artistes en Exil, and Weltoffenes Berlin. Depending on the situation, these organizations may offer relocation support, legal assistance, temporary housing, residencies, fellowships, professional mentoring, and integration support after resettlement. Eligibility requirements vary, so it is important to review each program individually. ArtCurator’s resource directory includes detailed information about support opportunities available to artists and cultural professionals from different countries.

Several organizations help artists build new professional networks, access educational programs, find residencies, and explore employment opportunities after relocation. In France, Atelier des Artistes en Exil offers studio access, French language training, cultural mediation, and integration into the local arts ecosystem. In Germany, Weltoffenes Berlin supports professional adaptation through cultural projects, networking, and collaboration with local institutions. In the United States, Artistic Freedom Initiative (AFI) provides assistance with legal matters, relocation, housing, and long-term professional development. Additional support after relocation is available through Artists at Risk, Aid A, and other international initiatives working with artists in exile and migration contexts.

The red date on a resource card indicates the application deadline. It helps users quickly understand submission timelines and avoid missing important opportunities. We recommend paying attention to deadlines in advance so there is enough time to prepare application materials and submit them without rushing. If no red date is displayed, applications are usually accepted on a rolling basis or the organizers have not set a fixed submission deadline.

In addition to grants and crowdfunding, many artists use specialized online platforms to sell artworks, prints, and digital content. Etsy, ArtStation, and other international services can help artists showcase their portfolios, find buyers, and grow their audiences. These platforms often become an additional source of income and allow artists to work directly with collectors and clients from different countries.

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