The city council of València has approved a grant of €53,200 for Lo Rat Penat, an organisation dedicated to promoting Valencian culture. This funding aims to support the cultural activities of the entity and will also contribute to the operational and maintenance costs of its facilities.
Among the subsidised activities scheduled for 2025 and 2026 are the Concurs de Llibrets de Falla, a competition held since 1903 featuring events from January to June, and the Concurs de Miracles de Sant Vicent Ferrer. The programming also includes competitions for nativity scenes and buñuelos, as well as commemorative events linked to 9 d’Octubre, the Day of the Valencian Community, and the 750th anniversary of the death of Jaume I, the King of Aragon.
Additionally, the funding will support activities related to the festival of Sant Vicent Màrtir and the creation of two cultural calendars in Valencian, featuring cultural, literary, and festive content. The budget also includes a series of six concerts under the theme “Més que Música” and a tribute to the Senyera, the Valencian flag, using audiovisual materials to promote the history of this emblem.
The grant consists of an initial advance payment of €39,900, which represents 75% of the total amount allocated to cover activities already carried out. The remaining funds will be disbursed once the necessary documentation justifying the expenses has been submitted and reviewed.
