PRS Foundation
Open Fund for Music Creators
Grants for UK-based songwriters and composers of any genre and career stage for activity that develops their work.
- Country
United Kingdom- Category
- Creation
- Who applies
- Artists
- When to apply
- Two rounds a year
Who can apply
- UK based songwriters, composers, artists, bands and writing producers or performers
- Aged 18 or over, with a track record of over 18 months, not in full-time education
- Not signed to a major label; a PRS member or able to join
- Managers, labels or publishers can apply on your behalf; once per calendar year
How to apply
- Read the Open Fund guidance and the general PRS Foundation FAQ, and check the deadlines page
- Apply in the online portal with a written or video application and a budget with other income
- Submit by 6pm on one of the three yearly deadlines
- An independent panel decides within 10 weeks of the deadline
Questions
- How much does Open Fund for Music Creators pay?
- Up to £5,000 per grant, paid by PRS Foundation.
- Who can apply for Open Fund for Music Creators?
- UK based songwriters, composers, artists, bands and writing producers or performers. Aged 18 or over, with a track record of over 18 months, not in full-time education. Not signed to a major label; a PRS member or able to join. Managers, labels or publishers can apply on your behalf; once per calendar year.
- When can I apply for Open Fund for Music Creators?
- Two rounds a year.
- Where do I apply for Open Fund for Music Creators?
- On prsfoundation.com, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to PRS Foundation.
Checked against prsfoundation.com on October 28, 2026.