National Lottery Project Funding 2026-2027

Arts Council of Northern Ireland
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Funding

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Applications

Open until 1 June 2026

Overview

The Arts Council of Northern Ireland offers National Lottery funding to help arts organisations develop new projects and work with partners. You can use the money to create new artistic work, develop your organisation, or run collaborative projects. The funding is open to arts organisations based in Northern Ireland. You need to apply by 1 June 2026. The funding amount is not specified in the current information. This money comes from National Lottery funds. You can use it for organisational development and partnership activities across the arts sector.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be an arts organisation
  • Must be based in Northern Ireland
Who is this for?

This grant is for arts organisations based in Northern Ireland. You should apply if you want to develop new artistic projects, work with partners, or grow your organisation. It is not for individuals or organisations outside the arts sector.

Full details from Arts Council of Northern Ireland

This funding helps organisations to develop ideas, projects and new work, and deliver activity with partners. It supports organisational development and collaborative projects across the arts sector.

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Last updated: 17 May 2026