On Wednesday, Governor Rafael Fonteles launched nine notices for the second cycle of the National Policy Aldir Blanc for Cultural Development (PNAB 2026) and five notices for Piauí Mais Cultura, significantly boosting state investment in the cultural sector. A total of R$ 31 million will be allocated to the PNAB 2026, of which R$ 16.2 million is reserved for cultural infrastructure and R$ 14.7 million for direct funding through competitive notices. With these new initiatives, 316 funding opportunities will be available, covering a wide array of cultural expressions and regions within Piauí.

The new funding aims to enhance the development of various cultural forms in Piauí, providing artists and cultural institutions with necessary financial support to realize their projects. The Governor emphasized the importance of investing in culture to preserve local traditions while also promoting new artistic endeavors. The proposed funding is intended not only to support artists but to stimulate the cultural economy and create jobs in the state.

Interested parties can access detailed information about the notices and application processes on the official website designated for the PNAB 2026. Applications are open until March 12, focusing on expanding the participation of diverse language forms, territories, and cultural expressions from Piauí, thereby enriching the cultural landscape of the region and addressing the needs of local communities.