CDB launched a Cultural & Creative Industries grant of US$190,000 to support regional events & conferences aimed at strengthening the growth & competitiveness of the Caribbean’s cultural industries

​The Caribbean Development Bank, through its Cultural and Creative Industries Innovation Fund, has launched a grant opportunity totaling US$190,000 to support regional events and conferences aimed at strengthening the growth and competitiveness of the Caribbean’s cultural and creative industries.
 
The bank said applications close on January 31, 2026, and the funding targets activities scheduled between March 1, 2026, and February 28, 2027, that focus on policy dialogue, capacity-building for micro, small and medium enterprises, data and market intelligence, trade promotion, and cultural heritage preservation.
 
Fund Coordinator Malene Joseph indicated that the initiative is intended to support home-grown activities that empower Caribbean creative talent and businesses, while also improving the enabling environment and data-driven decision-making within the sector.
 
Six grants will be awarded across three funding streams, with support allocated for policy-focused initiatives, data intelligence activities, and MSME market access and preparation.
 
Eligible applicants include registered organizations such as NGOs, universities, business support and community-based organizations, and government agencies with at least three years’ experience hosting industry events, along with a minimum 10 percent co-financing requirement.