Priority will be given to projects which:
- Increase participation / attendance in the arts in the Warwick district.
- Contribute towards / celebrate the Cultural Olympiad.
- Help creative businesses contribute to the local economy.
- Help create stronger, safer, healthier communities.
- Help revitalise and enhance public spaces.
- Increase / enhance cultural tourism.
- Raise the profile of arts activity in the district.
- Facilitate / develop networking or partnership working.
- Help develop a thriving cultural quarter in south Leamington.
- Help develop international links.
Funding will not be available for:
- School based activities which take place during normal school hours.
- Projects which only benefit an individual.
Organisations applying for an Arts Development Grant must be able to produce on request:
- A written constitution or set of rules.
- Financial report or last audited accounts.
When can I apply?
Arts Development Grants are offered in a three tier system of:
- Small grants of £500 and under.
- Medium grants of £1,000 and under.
- Large grants of £2,500 and under.
There are four deadlines throughout the year:
- The last Monday in March (30th March 2009)
- The last Monday in June (29th June 2009)
- The last Monday in September (28th September 2009)
- The second Friday in December (11th December 2009)
Please note that late applications will not be considered.
Priority will be given to organisations applying for funding for activities and events which begin or take place during the quarter e.g. if applying for the March deadline, for activities and events beginning or taking place during April to June.
To apply for an Arts Development Grant you will need to complete an application form. Contact Rosalyn Smith (WDC Arts Development Officer) on 01926 742706 or rosalyn.smith@warwickdc.gov.uk for more information.
Rural Initiatives
This scheme gives grants towards capital projects in the rural areas of the District. During the period 2004-05 to 2010-11 the Council has provided a budget of £680,000 for appropriate projects.
The Council has a Rural Initiatives budget of £100,000 per annum. Find out how the scheme operates and how groups should apply for funding.
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