One-off grants, generally for between £250 and £1,500, are available to UK registered charities, not-for-profit organisations and individuals for the performance of contemporary music. This may include the commissioning of new work, non-commercial recording and even publications. Grants are also occasionally provided for research projects that take place outside the patronage of an academic institution.
The Foundation is unlikely to fund 100% of project costs and will expect applicants to contribute a degree of matched funding.
During the last couple of years, the Foundation’s activities have been significantly impacted by COVID as the pandemic made live arts performances difficult. As a consequence, the trading group did not reach its targets for the year and it stopped considering new grant applications. However, 2024/25 looks as if it will a more promising year for the Foundation’s grant-making.
Further information, guidance and an online application form is available on the Foundation’s website.