Arts Council England Music Creators Growth Fund
Funding
£10,000 – £20,000
Deadline
29 October 2026
Location
UK-wide
Applications
Deadline: 29 October 2026
Overview
Grants of £10,000 to £20,000 for professional music creators (artists, bands, composers, DJs, producers, songwriters) to grow their careers over up to 18 months. At least 25% cash match funding is needed. UK-based music creators with three years of practice and at least £5,000 music income in a year can apply. Those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can apply only for international activity. Get an approved profile on the Arts Council grants system (up to 10 working days), then apply by 29 October 2026. Round Two runs 6 January to 3 February 2027. Official source: https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/music-growth-package/who-we-support-music-creators. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Round One closes 29 October 2026
- £10,000 to £20,000
UK-based music creators with three years of practice and at least £5,000 music income in a year can apply. Those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can apply only for international activity.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
UK-based music creators with three years of practice and at least £5,000 music income in a year can apply. Those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can apply only for international activity.
Regions
No published award history for Arts Council England. Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from Arts Council England
Grants of £10,000 to £20,000 for professional music creators (artists, bands, composers, DJs, producers, songwriters) to grow their careers over up to 18 months. At least 25% cash match funding is needed. Round One closes 29 October 2026.
Get an approved profile on the Arts Council grants system (up to 10 working days), then apply by 29 October 2026. Round Two runs 6 January to 3 February 2027.
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