Warwick District Council Arts Grants

Support arts organisations to deliver high-quality engagement projects within the district. The programme runs twice a year and is assessed by a panel made up of WDC arts staff and representatives from local arts organisations.

Applications are evaluated based on their potential impact on the district's Creative Framework, as well as project viability and risk.

Funding is available through four streams:

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How to apply

Step 1 – Shape Your Project
Consider the focus of your project: is it about community engagement, development, or building wider partnerships? Take a look at previously funded projects for inspiration.

Step 2 – Talk to Us
Once you’ve identified the most suitable grant, book an informal chat with WDC’s Arts Officer. This is a great opportunity to check if your project is a good fit for the programme.

Step 3 – Apply
Complete and submit your application by the deadline. Deadlines usually fall in June and December, though exact dates may vary each year. Applications are accepted in written or video format (see each grant webpage for links and details).

Step 4 – Assessment
A panel of WDC arts staff and external arts professionals will review all eligible applications. Projects are assessed using a risk register and their potential impact on the district’s Creative Framework.

Step 5 – Outcome
Decisions are shared via email, with feedback provided where appropriate.

Help and advice

If you have a question about any of the grant pots or want to run your idea past us, then email arts@warwickdc.gov.uk.

For further help:

  • WCAVA can help support not-for-profit organisations with eligibility and application content advice, if your proposed project has a strong community focus and benefit. Please contact Fiona Spiers (email: Fiona.Spiers@wcava.org.uk )
  • WDC Events Team: If you are planning an event in one of the district's green spaces venues, then please see our organising an event page.
  • For a list of other grant funders, visit our arts funding page.
  • Sign up for our monthly arts newsletter to hear about creative opportunities, jobs, events and news.

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