Funds

For WorldPride Amsterdam 2026, the central theme is UNITY. In this light, we believe it is important to work together with many different groups/organisations on the visibility, emancipation and inclusiveness of the LGBTQIA+ community and especially of groups that are often less visible in society and within the Pride movement itself. The specific conditions and application forms can be found below.

Empowerment fund

APPLICATION PERIOD: 5 JANUARY TO 1 MARCH 2026

WorldPride will take place from 25 July to 8 August 2026. We are open to cooperation with other organisations that contribute to our emancipation and/or empowerment. To this end, we have funds available and spaces available in one of our Pride Hubs. Spaces include light, sound and audiovisual equipment and have a capacity of 20-200 people. Organisations wishing to be considered for collaboration are invited to apply before 1 March. When submitting ideas, please bear in mind that Stichting Pride Amsterdam will not cover more than 50% of the total budget with a maximum amount of €5,000.

Our Pride Hubs are ADAM Tower, Boom Chicago, Fosbury & Sons, Hotel Arena, ICK Dance, OBA Next Lab, Q-Factory, The Social Hub City & West, Tolhuistuin. In some cases, they may choose to host an event at their own venue.

The application form is already closed

Visibility Fund

APPLICATION PERIOD: 14 FEBRUARY TO 1 MARCH 2026

On Saturday 1 August, the 29th edition of the Canal Parade will take place. Although non-profit LGBTQA+ organisations and private initiatives always pay only a fraction of the cost of participation, the total costs can add up quite nicely. This sometimes leaves little money left over to decorate the boat nicely. In order to still be able to properly convey the substantive message to the public, extra budget is made available by the participating companies and participants in categories 3 and 4 (Rainbow Friends S and L) and 10 and 11(Pride Rainbow Partner L and XL) can apply for a financial contribution of up to €5,000. The application must be received before 1 March and may not exceed 50% of the cost of decoration.

The application form is already closed