How much does Project funding for individual artists pay?

Up to £10,000 per grant, paid by Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Who can apply for Project funding for individual artists?

Artists of all disciplines living in Northern Ireland, aged 18 or over. At least 1 year of contribution to the arts in Northern Ireland within the last 5 years. Emerging artists with under 5 years of professional practice are particularly welcome.

Where do I apply for Project funding for individual artists?

On artscouncil-ni.org, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Arts Council of Northern Ireland

Project funding for individual artists

Northern Ireland artists of all disciplines get £3,000 to £10,000 for a creative project, with emerging artists welcome.

£10,000Max per grant

Country: Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Category: Creation
Who applies: Artists
When to apply: Once a year, usually July

Who can apply

Artists of all disciplines living in Northern Ireland, aged 18 or over
At least 1 year of contribution to the arts in Northern Ireland within the last 5 years
Emerging artists with under 5 years of professional practice are particularly welcome

How to apply

Contact the relevant art form officer at least 2 weeks before the closing date with any eligibility questions
Apply through the Arts Council online grants portal with the budget template and guidance notes
Upload every mandatory enclosure, such as up to 2 sound recordings for musicians
Submit by 12 noon on the closing date; decisions come in October

Questions

How much does Project funding for individual artists pay?: Up to £10,000 per grant, paid by Arts Council of Northern Ireland.
Who can apply for Project funding for individual artists?: Artists of all disciplines living in Northern Ireland, aged 18 or over. At least 1 year of contribution to the arts in Northern Ireland within the last 5 years. Emerging artists with under 5 years of professional practice are particularly welcome.
When can I apply for Project funding for individual artists?: Once a year, usually July.
Where do I apply for Project funding for individual artists?: On artscouncil-ni.org, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Checked against artscouncil-ni.org on October 28, 2026.

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Arts Council of Northern Ireland

Project funding for individual artists

Northern Ireland artists of all disciplines get £3,000 to £10,000 for a creative project, with emerging artists welcome.

£10,000Max per grant

Country: Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Category: Creation
Who applies: Artists
When to apply: Once a year, usually July

Who can apply

Artists of all disciplines living in Northern Ireland, aged 18 or over
At least 1 year of contribution to the arts in Northern Ireland within the last 5 years
Emerging artists with under 5 years of professional practice are particularly welcome

How to apply

Contact the relevant art form officer at least 2 weeks before the closing date with any eligibility questions
Apply through the Arts Council online grants portal with the budget template and guidance notes
Upload every mandatory enclosure, such as up to 2 sound recordings for musicians
Submit by 12 noon on the closing date; decisions come in October

Questions

How much does Project funding for individual artists pay?: Up to £10,000 per grant, paid by Arts Council of Northern Ireland.
Who can apply for Project funding for individual artists?: Artists of all disciplines living in Northern Ireland, aged 18 or over. At least 1 year of contribution to the arts in Northern Ireland within the last 5 years. Emerging artists with under 5 years of professional practice are particularly welcome.
When can I apply for Project funding for individual artists?: Once a year, usually July.
Where do I apply for Project funding for individual artists?: On artscouncil-ni.org, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Checked against artscouncil-ni.org on October 28, 2026.

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