1. New and returning artists: what you should know about making applications
New to the Arts Council?
- We have a range of funding categories here
- Check what grants are available here
- Read the Frequently Asked Questions about funding here
- If you are a first-time applicant, you must register to apply here
- For questions about using the funding portal read here
- Find out who we’ve funded before here
Returning artist?
- Check what grants are available here
- Read the Frequently Asked Questions about funding here
- For questions abouts the funding portal read here
- Submit your application here
- Find out who we’ve funded before here
2. Top tips for making a funding application
- Apply for the most suitable award for you
- Make sure you are eligible
- Read the tips on using our application portal here
- Double-check deadlines. Do upload your documents in good time
3. How awards are granted
All awards are highly competitive. On average you have a one in three chance of being successful.
This means that even if your application is eligible and great, you may not receive an award.
Two key steps:
- Arts Teams check that your application is eligible
- Peer Panels then score eligible applications, and make decisions linked to the Award Guidelines criteria
And finally...
Take a look at these information slides for an A to Z of applying for Arts Council Funding.