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The Arts Society - External Charity Grants 2026
Funding
Up to £3,000
Deadline
30 September 2026
Location
UK-wide
Applications
Applications closed
Overview
The 2026 Community Engagement round closed on 30 September at 11.59pm. It offered up to £3,000 for public arts and heritage events bringing communities together.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
UK registered charities with annual turnover no higher than £1 million. CICs, schools, PTAs, Friends groups and individuals cannot apply directly. Projects must improve public participation and access.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
UK registered charities with annual turnover no higher than £1 million. CICs, schools, PTAs, Friends groups and individuals cannot apply directly. Projects must improve public participation and access.
Regions
Full details from The Arts Society
The 2026 Community Engagement round closed on 30 September at 11.59pm. It offered up to £3,000 for public arts and heritage events bringing communities together. UK registered charities with annual turnover no higher than £1 million. CICs, schools, PTAs, Friends groups and individuals cannot apply directly. Projects must improve public participation and access. Check the Arts Society for the next annual round. The published September deadline has passed even though the page still displays an open heading.
Check the Arts Society for the next annual round. The published September deadline has passed even though the page still displays an open heading.
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