Arts Project Grant

Arts Project Grants are available to support and develop community arts-based events, projects or activities that take place in the Ards and North Down Borough.

Applications for 2026/27 are now OPEN!

(for activity taking place from 1 April 2026 - 31 March 2027)

Who can apply?

Non-profit making organisations and constituted groups that are located in or projects that are of benefit to residents within Ards and North Down Borough.

 

What is available?

A maximum grant of £1,000 is available. 

 

Application Deadline:

Tuesday 17 February 2026, 12noon.

 

How do I apply?

Guidance Notes and the Application Form can be downloaded below.

Please read the full Arts Project Grant Guidance document before completing your application: 

 

Please return the completed form to: artsgrant@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk

 

Arts Project Grant Guidance and Application Form can be downloaded here:

GRANTS INFORMATION SESSION

If you are considering applying for one of the Ards and North Down Borough Council Arts Project, Youth Arts, Individual Artist or Heritage Project Grants, then please register for the Online Information Session on Tuesday 13 January, 6 - 7pm.

This online session can assist you on how best to approach your application, and provide an opportunity to ask any questions about your application.

To register your space, please CLICK HERE

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