About the BKIS Support Program
What is the BKIS Support Program?
What is the BKIS Support Program?
The Bratislava Cultural and Information Center (BKIS) created the BKIS Support Programme as a comprehensive system of calls, the aim of which is to strengthen and develop cultural life in the capital. The program focuses on providing non-financial support to artists, cultural organizations, and communities.
Support is mainly focused on:
- making spaces available for events
- material and technical assistance for cultural and community projects
- promotion of cultural activities
Why was the program created?
Why was the program created?
The BKIS Support Programme was created with the aim of supporting the diversity and openness of cultural life in Bratislava. Its main mission is to create favorable conditions for the development of cultural and creative activities and to ensure that culture is accessible to all residents and visitors of the city.
We support cultural projects of various focuses – from theater performances, concerts and exhibitions to festivals and community initiatives.
The long-term goal of the program is to contribute to the creation of a sustainable and vibrant cultural environment that inspires, connects and educates.
What can you gain through the program?
What can you gain through the program?
BKIS provides non-financial support in multiple forms that allow event organizers to implement their projects.
Venues
BKIS makes available your premises for cultural events, exhibitions, workshops and other activities. This allows organizers to implement their projects without having to bear high rental costs.
Material and technical support
The program provides assistance in the form of technical equipment, inventory, or services necessary for the implementation of the event.
Event promotion
BKIS helps to make cultural activities more visible through its site, social networks a newsletterThis support helps projects reach a wider audience.
Community support
We do not only support cultural projects - an important part of the program is also the support of community activities, which also contribute to the revival of cultural life in urban areas and strengthen the connection between people.
How does the program develop culture in the city?
How does the program develop culture in the city?
The BKIS Support Programme contributes to the development of cultural life in Bratislava in several ways:
- strengthens cultural infrastructure,
- supports the emergence of new and innovative projects,
- increases the accessibility of culture for different groups of residents,
- supports intercultural dialogue and cooperation,
- contributes to the development of cultural tourism.
Through this program, BKIS actively fulfills the strategic goals of the Concept of Sustainable Cultural Development Bratislava 2030 and strengthens Bratislava's position as a dynamic and culturally vibrant city.
Who can receive support?
Who can receive support?
Organizations
cultural institutions, non-profit organizations, civic associations and other entities engaged in cultural activities
Artists
individuals or collectives active in various fields of culture
Other Eligible Applicants
Depending on the specific call, city districts or individuals may also apply for support.
Political neutrality
Political neutrality
In cooperation and partnerships, we maintain the principle of political neutrality and impartiality. For this reason, BKIS does not provide support or participate in the co-organization of events that are organized or financed by political parties or movements, their organizational units or foundations, or European political factions, nor events with a pre-election or political propaganda character, especially if they are aimed at directly or indirectly supporting or disadvantaging a specific political entity or candidate.
BKIS is authorized to assess the compliance of the application with the principle of political neutrality; the applicant is obliged to provide all necessary information for this purpose, in particular the event program, communication plan and visuals, list of partners and sources of funding.
Transparency
Transparency
The BKIS Support Programme is financed from the organization's budget approved by the City Council of the Capital City of the Slovak Republic, Bratislava. The Open Call department, which falls under the Project Management Section, is responsible for organizing the program.
For suggestions, notifications and other feedback, you can contact us as follows:
- in writing – by mail or in person at the BKIS office,
- electronic – by e-mail to the address: ks.sikb@sikb.