Pro Helvetia Emerging Talents Production Grant Program 2026

📝 About Pro Helvetia Emerging Talents Production Grant Program

The Emerging Talents Production Grant by Pro Helvetia is a strategic funding initiative designed to bridge the gap between initial prototyping and full-scale production. It empowers creators to transform a completed prototype or sample collection into a market-ready or exhibition-ready cultural project.

🎁 Benefits of the Grant Program

• Funding up to CHF 50,000 (on the condition that own or third-party funding is available on a binding basis; matching grant).
• Additional, individual coaching measures are possible.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Emerging Talents: Professional designers whose design-relevant training or registration (self-employed, sole proprietorship, company) dates back less than seven years.

📅 Application Date and Process

Required Documents:

1. Concept (max. 10 A4 pages) including:
   • Project description with plans, visualizations, etc.
   • Compelling marketing strategy.
   • Value proposition (form available on the application portal under ‘Attachments’).
2. Resume and portfolio of the participants, along with an overview of the project’s organization including responsibilities and structure.
3. Proof of status as an Emerging Talent (diploma or proof of registration as self-employed, sole proprietorship, or company).
4. Detailed budget including:
   • Information on own labor input.
   • Financial plan and cost estimate (including offers).
5. Signed proof of self-financing or third-party financing with indication of the amount available for production (labor costs are not accepted as self-financing).
6. Proof of copyright and rights of use.

Note: All documents must be submitted in English.

📌 Application Deadline

• 01 March, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Pro Helvetia Emerging Talents Production Grant Program.
• Apply for the grant program via the Pro Helvetia Application Portal.

This grant program offers a unique opportunity for emerging designers to scale their projects and gain valuable support. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Up to CHF 50,000 on the condition that own or third-party funding is available on a binding basis (matching grant)
• Additional, individual coaching measures are possible