Get the Funding You Need to Power Your Music Career
Are you an independent musician or label looking for a financial boost? You've come to the right place!
Here are the latest grants and funding opportunities for artists all over the world. These resources can give you the amazing backing you need to take your music to the next level.
Scroll through the list, and when a grant catches your eye, make sure you read the rules carefully and fill out the application. There's something here for everyone, whether you're a solo independent artist or running a record label.
United Kingdom & Europe
- MOBO Unsung 2026 | United Kingdom or Ireland| Apply here
- Incubator Programme | London, United Kingdom | Apply here
- NextGen Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
- Catalyser Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
- Trailblazer Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
- Help Musicians UK | United Kingdom | Apply here
- PRS Foundation | United Kingdom | Apply here
- Musicians Union | United Kingdom | Apply here
- British Council | United Kingdom | Apply here
- Anthem. | Wales | Apply here
- Creative Scotland | Scotland | Apply here
- Arts Council England | England | Apply here
- Music Capital Scheme | Ireland | Apply here
- Culture Moves Europe Individual Mobility Grant | Europe | Apply Here
- Arts Council Funds | United Kingdom | Apply Here
- Help Musicians | United Kingdom | Apply Here
USA and Canada
- GRAMMY Museum Grants Program | USA and Canada | Apply here
- BMI Foundation | USA | Apply here
- New Music USA | USA | Apply here
- National Endowment for the Arts | USA | Apply here
- Factor | Canada | Apply here
- USArtists International | USA | Apply Here
- Music BC Artist and Business Travel Grant | Canada | Apply Here
- Alberta Foundation for the Arts | Canada | Apply Here
Australasia, Africa & Asia
- AmplifyWorld Artist Fund | Worldwide | Apply here
- Creative Australia | Australia | Apply here
- APRA AMCOS | Australia | Apply here
- Live Music Events Fund | Adelaide, Australia | Apply here
- Music in Africa Foundation | Africa | Apply here
- Tote Board Arts Fund | Singapore | Apply here
- Creative Australia: International Performance and Touring | Australia | Apply Here
- Country Arts SA Project Grants | Australia | Apply Here
- Ian Potter Cultural Trust: Emerging Artist Grants | Australia | Apply Here
Top Tips for Your Funding Applications
Arts grants are a fantastic way to fund your music career because, unlike loans, you usually don't have to pay the money back!
However, these grants are competitive. You need to prove you deserve the money and show the funder exactly how you plan to use it.
Here’s how to give yourself the best chance:
- Stop Blanket Applications: Don't just send out the same generic application everywhere. Before you start writing, make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements for that specific grant.
- Understand the Funder: Figure out what the grant provider is truly looking for. Tailor your application to their mission and goals.
- Keep it Simple: Use clear, easy-to-understand language. The people reading your application shouldn't be confused. Make it crystal clear why you deserve the funding.
- Proofread Everything: Take your time and check everything over. Make sure your application meets every single requirement before you send it off.
Quick Application Checklist
- Provide EVERYTHING the form is asking for.
- Plan and detail exactly what you will use the funds for.
- Organise your artist documents (bios, photos, and music files) and have them ready in the correct formats for uploading.
Receiving funding can be a tough, competitive process, but it can lead to amazing opportunities to keep making music. Don't get discouraged if you don't receive a grant and remember there are many talented artists applying.
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