February 2026 – Tzkrti.com, the Arab online ticketing platform, has launched the Tzkrti Cultural Impact Fund, a new initiative supporting grassroots artists, organizers, and creative spaces shaping the future of Arab culture across the SWANA region and the diaspora.
Founded in Palestine in 2011, Tzkrti has grown from a small local project into a regional cultural tech platform that connects audiences through music, art, and shared experiences.
With over 30 million Arabs living outside SWANA, the Arab diaspora remains one of the world’s largest and most diverse. Yet, it often remains disconnected from its cultural roots. Tzkrti was built to bridge that gap: it has become a catalyst for cultural experiences that celebrate diversity, foster connection, and amplify moments of joy.
The Tzkrti Cultural Impact Fund will award two grants of USD 3,000 per project, twice annually, to support bold, independent artistic, musical, and community-based initiatives.
The fund’s goal is to empower creativity at its roots within grassroots scenes and independent collectives that rarely receive institutional support.
Rogeh Khleif, Co-Founder and CEO of Tzkrti.com, said:
“It is well known that the cultural field is complex and faces major challenges, particularly its reliance on individual funding to bring projects to life across all cultural disciplines. Generally, this sector relies heavily on donor and funding institutions. We believe there is a responsibility on us as founders of Tzkrti to establish the Impact Fund to support independent artists, especially as we serve as a link between audiences and cultural practitioners. Our aim is to strengthen independent cultural initiatives so they can rise, thrive, and continue.”
The Tzkrti Cultural Impact Fund stands apart from traditional grant programs in that it is fully funded by Tzkrti, as part of the company’s long-term vision to build sustainable cultural ecosystems.
In its pilot phase, the fund will require an application process, with projects selected by Tzkrti.com based on originality, community impact, and contribution to the development of the local cultural scene.
Each supported project will also become part of Tzkrti Stories, a digital content series featuring visual reports and short videos that tell the stories of artists and communities redefining Arab creativity from the ground up.
Elias Khleif, Co-Founder of Tzkrti.com, added:
“The idea behind founding Tzkrti was to make organizing cultural activities accessible and easier. Our ultimate goal has always been to strengthen and build a free, independent Arab cultural scene, and to provide grants and support to organizers, artists, and everyone contributing to the cultural field.”
The application period will open on 1 February and run until 28 February 2026. The first two winners will be announced by the committee in early April 2026. Tzkrti also plans to expand the program in the future to include public voting and advisory partnerships with cultural stakeholders from the region and beyond.
To apply, please register at the following link:
https://tzkrti.com/en/impact-fund
Who Can Apply?
- Independent artists, collectives, and organizers in the Arab region and the diaspora.
- Projects in music, live performances, festivals, cultural spaces, and multidisciplinary arts.
Strategic Objective
The fund aligns with Tzkrti’s vision of redefining the role of tech startups in the Arab cultural landscape, moving beyond purely commercial activity toward genuine investment in creativity and the communities it belongs to.
About Tzkrti
Tzkrti was founded in Palestine in 2011 as one of the first electronic ticketing platforms in Palestine and the region.
After selling more than 300,000 tickets, the company successfully survived a global pandemic as well as repeated wars and conflicts, continuing to grow through creativity, perseverance, and a belief in life.
Today, Tzkrti stands as a cultural bridge connecting Arab communities inside and outside the region. Through its events, campaigns, and initiatives, foremost among them the Tzkrti Cultural Impact Fund, the company continues to support Arab creativity, strengthen belonging, and celebrate the spirit of life that brings artists and audiences together everywhere.
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