Artistic & Design Research for Immersive Experiences
About the Call
As part of CIIIC (Creative Industries Immersive Impact Coalition), the Creative Industries Fund NL is launching the grant programme Artistic & Design Research for Immersive Experiences (ADRIE). This programme targets newly formed consortia of makers, producers, institutions, and researchers. These consortia place artistic and design-based research at the core of the development and application of immersive experiences. In doing so, they contribute to a strong, innovative, and independent field of immersive experiences.
Who can apply?
This programme is aimed at newly formed consortia of makers, producers, institutions, and researchers.
Funding
The Artistic & Design Research for Immersive Experiences programme consists of two application rounds in 2025.
Round 1
A total of €250,000 is available for the first round. Each selected consortium can apply for a €50,000 grant to develop a two-year activity programme. Co-financing is not required for this phase. A maximum of five consortia will be selected.
Round 2
Only consortia that received support in the first round are eligible to submit a proposal for the second round. A total of €6,500,000 is available in this round. Each consortium can apply for up to €1,300,000 to carry out its activity programme for 2026–2027. A minimum co-financing of €400,000 is required.
The formal conditions, criteria, objectives and the evaluation process can be found on the grant programme page.
How to apply
Applications for the first round can be submitted from 10:00 on 6 May 2025 until 17:00 on 23 May 2025.
A maximum of 60 applications will be processed during this grant period.
In 2026 – and likely again between 2027 and 2029 – new application rounds will be announced.
Matchmaking event
For eligible applicants, we’re hosting a matchmaking event on Thursday 17 April 2025 from 15:00 to 17:00 in Utrecht. During this session, participants can connect and explore potential partnerships to help develop and innovate the Dutch immersive experience (IX) field. Before registering, make sure to read the grant programme page carefully to check if you're eligible.
Want to know more?
We’ll keep you updated through our website, social media channels, and newsletters. Specific questions? Feel free to email us at: ADRIE@stimuleringsfonds.nl.