PRS Foundation
The Composers' Fund
Supports up to 15 composers a year who already make a significant contribution in the UK to make a step change in their career.
- Country
United Kingdom- Category
- Creation
- Who applies
- Artists
- When to apply
- Two rounds a year
Who can apply
- UK based composers who are PRS members, working in classical genres
- A strong track record, writing mainly for live performance
- Critical acclaim, broadcasts and performances at major UK or overseas festivals and venues
- At a tipping point with potential to grow over the next two years
How to apply
- Read the Composers' Fund guidance and the general PRS Foundation FAQ
- Apply in the online portal, yourself or via your manager, agent or advisor
- Submit with clearly presented costs by 6pm on one of the two yearly deadlines
- An expert panel decides within 10 weeks of the deadline
Questions
- How much does The Composers' Fund pay?
- Up to £15,000 per grant, paid by PRS Foundation.
- Who can apply for The Composers' Fund?
- UK based composers who are PRS members, working in classical genres. A strong track record, writing mainly for live performance. Critical acclaim, broadcasts and performances at major UK or overseas festivals and venues. At a tipping point with potential to grow over the next two years.
- When can I apply for The Composers' Fund?
- Two rounds a year.
- Where do I apply for The Composers' Fund?
- On prsfoundation.com, the funder's own site. Your application goes straight to PRS Foundation.
Checked against prsfoundation.com on October 28, 2026.