The municipality of Heerlen sometimes provides subsidies for organizing public events. 

Approach

Send an email to request the application form. Please include the following with the form:

  • Action plan or program for the event.
  • Letter explaining the event.
  • A sound budget with costs and coverage for the event.
  • The articles of association of the organization with the initial application. 

Apply for the grant from the municipality in a timely manner. Be sure to do this at least twelve weeks before the event begins. Submit your application on time, even if the program hasn’t been fully finalized yet. You can always add more information to your application later.

Description

The municipality can provide a grant to an organization that wishes to organize an event. We have a fixed annual budget for this purpose.

Requirements

  • The event is in Heerlen.
  • The event aligns with the municipality’s goals, themes, and plans.
  • The organization has been in existence for at least one year and is based in Heerlen.
  • The organization is a legal entity (such as a foundation or association).
  • The organization does not make a profit.
  • The organization submits the application with a program proposal and a budget.
  • A permit has been issued for the event. Alternatively, the permit application is pending, but you have already registered the event, and the date and location are listed in the event calendar. If you have any questions about this, please contact evenementen@heerlen.nl.

Term

The municipality will make a decision within 12 weeks.