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We're inviting composers to create an original musical response to a sculpture by artist Cecile Elstein. A piece that captures warmth, hope, and renewal. The finished work will be showcased alongside the sculpture at concert and exhibition opportunities. Please email me for photos.

Up to £700Closes in 9 days (1 September 2026)Not stated
IndividualArtist

We are looking for an Evaluation Partner with experience of working across an extended, phased project. The programme will take a “test and learn” approach and be shaped by participant feedback throughout.

Up to £6,000Closes in 21 days (13 September 2026)Not stated
IndividualLocal authority

Are you a London-based artist and interested in being part of a new ambitious art trail for Eastern City’s historic alleyways? Create a series of designs for gobo projectors which will illuminate 5 locations along the trail.

Amount not publishedCloses in 11 days (3 September 2026)Not stated
Artist

The Graduate Art Show invites recent BA and MA art graduates to apply for our 2026 open call. Designed to bridge the gap between art school and a commercial practice, selected artists receive high-profile exposure, commercial representation, and direct connections to leading galleries

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
ArtistSchool

A new bursary programme to support 20 dance artists with the time, funding and opportunities they need to create ambitious new work and take the next step in their careers.

Up to £40kCloses in 17 days (9 September 2026)Not stated
Individual

Creative Youth Network is inviting applications for the next Creative Futures Residency + Commission, offering four southwest-based artists aged 16 - 25 the chance to develop new projects and receive a £500 commission, creative mentorship, studio & recording space and a group exhibition

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
Artist

Stories in the Dust are looking to employ a freelance Illustrator/Animator to create a 6-8 minute film that encapsulates the authentic experiences of young people living on Bemerton Heath in Salisbury, Wiltshire.

Amount not publishedCloses in 17 days (9 September 2026)Not stated
FreelancerLocal authority

ILLUMINE 2 is a new light art commissioning opportunity for Black and POC artists. Create a bold mid/large-scale installation to tour festivals across the North of England. Apply by Friday 11 September, 5pm.

Up to £8,000Closes in 19 days (11 September 2026)Not stated
Artist

Public Realm Art Commission

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle City Council is looking to commission artist(s) to deliver a public realm art project next to Hadrian Square in Byker, Newcastle. The aim of the project is to redesign and retrofit the guardrail at the front of the square.

Amount not publishedCloses in 14 days (6 September 2026)Not stated
IndividualArtistLocal authority

DX Associates Programme is designed to support and elevate early career artists and curators from under represented Global Majority and working class background.

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
Artist

WANDERING ROCKS and EARTHY MATTERS has been devised around the relationships of ‘Air, Sea and Soil’, encompassing the Orkney Islands’ remarkable natural environment.

Amount not publishedRolling — apply any timeNot stated
IndividualArtist

Bristol Local Food Fund Grant

Quartet Community Foundation

What is the Bristol Local Food Fund? Bristol Local Food Fund (BLFF) is a voluntary project that raises and distributes funding for community food projects that are tackling food insecurity and supporting food justice in our city. BLFF’s vision is to make Bristol a city of food justice, where everyon

Up to £70kNo published deadlineNot stated
CharityCICLocal authority

UPDATE – PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS FUND IS NOT CURRENTLY OPEN TO APPLICATIONS. WE HAVE FULLY DISPERSED OUR ALLOCATION OF FUNDING RECEIVED TO DATE FOR THIS GRANT SCHEME. WE ARE IN DIALOGUE WITH OUR FUNDERS FOR THIS SCHEME ABOUT FUTURE ALLOCATIONS OF THE EAST LINDSEY INVESTMENT FUND AND WHETHER LINCOLNSHI

Up to £24.9kNo published deadlineNot stated
CharityLocal authority

Laceby Solar Farm

Lincolnshire Community Foundation

The Object of the Fund The Object of the Fund is to support volunteer led not-for-profit projects that improve the lives of people living in Laceby, Irby, Riby, Barnoldby le Beck, Bradley, Aylesby and Beelsby, North East Lincolnshire. About the Fund We aim to distribute £64,400 a year. Applicants ca

Up to £64kNo published deadlineNot stated
CharityIndividualSchoolLocal authority+2 more

Bicker Wind Farm Trust

Lincolnshire Community Foundation

Object The Object of the Trust is to promote renewable and efficient energy and not-for- profit projects that conserve or improve the environment within a ten-mile radius of Bicker Fen in the Borough of Boston, although priority may be given to projects within five miles. Guidelines Generally, grant

Up to £5,000No published deadlineNot stated
CharityIndividualSchoolLocal authority

Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund

Cambridgeshire Community Foundation

Home Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund Overview Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund is an environmental and social fund that offers grants between £5,000 and £100,000 to support projects across the Anglian Water region that enhance the natural water environment and deliver associated c

£5,000 – £100kCloses 16 October 2026Not stated
Partnership

Warwick and Dominey Fund – Decarbonisation

Cambridgeshire Community Foundation

Home Warwick and Dominey Fund – Decarbonisation Overview Grants of up to £15,000 for projects working on: • Decarbonisation and tackling climate change. The donors are keen to support practical initiatives, particularly the replacement of fossil fuel based systems with installations that use locally

Up to £50kRolling — apply any timeNot stated
CIC

Home Oil Crisis & Resilience Fund: Support with heating oil costs Overview Grants of up to £400 are available for individuals and families living in Cambridgeshire who rely on oil to heat their homes and water, and are struggling to do so in light of significant rises in oil costs. The fund is rolli

Up to £400Rolling — apply any timeNot stated
Voluntary organisationIndividualLocal authority

Burwell and Reach Community Fund

Cambridgeshire Community Foundation

Home Burwell and Reach Community Fund Overview Grants of up to £2,000 are available for charity and community projects benefitting residents of Burwell and Reach. Who can apply? Non-profit organisations Maximum grant Up to £2,000 Eligible area Burwell and Reach Deadlines 1 February, 1 August Fund cr

Up to £2,000Closes 1 February 2027Not stated
CharityFaith organisationPartnership

Arts Council England Let’s Create Jubilee Fund

Worcestershire Community Foundation

The Let’s Create Jubilee Fund will support voluntary and community groups to develop creative and cultural activities as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022. The fund has been created by Arts Council England (ACE) with funds from the National Lottery. The fund is open to v

£750 – £10kNo published deadlineNot stated
CharityLimited companyIndividualArtist+2 more