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Arts - Frequently Asked Questions

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Where can I get funding for an arts project?

There are a number of sources depending on the organisation and the proposed activity. In the first instance it would be worth speaking to the Arts Development Officer on 01562 732977.

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The 'Xpression' Leisure Grant Scheme

The Wyre Forest District Council 'Xpression' Leisure Grant Scheme is designed to open up new opportunities for groups or individuals who are taking part in arts, sports, environmental and heritage activities.

The scheme, which incorporates the Ray Mercer Sporting Foundation awards,is intended to support small, local projects and people in achieving their potential.

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Individuals may apply for a maximum of £400 and groups/clubs, up to £1,000. For more information and to download an application form,

Go to the 'Xpression' Leisure Grant Scheme webpage

Xpressions/KAF Dragons Den Grant Information

Local artists applying for the Xpressions Grant are invited to present their ideas and portfolios to a Dragons Den style panel.


Read more information on the Xpressions/KAf Dragons Den Grant

Big Lottery Fund Statement

Read the statement from the Big Lottery Fund about the small grants scheme (79K)

Elmley Small Grants Arts Fund

This is a grant scheme to support projects that meet the following criteria:

  • must take place within Herefordshire or Worcestershire
  • be run by a group of people
  • involve professional artists
  • have a total cost of no more than £5000 ( The maximum grant available is £1000)
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Download the application forms and guidelines from the Community First website

For more information email Ruth Christie or call on 01684 312742.

Visit the Elmley Foundation website

Arts Council England - West Midlands

The Arts Council have a 'Grants to the Arts' scheme for individuals and organisations.
Contact the Arts Council, West Midlands on 0121 631 3121 for further information

Visit the Arts Council England - West Midlands website


Worcestershire County Council

The County Council Arts Team, offer a range of grant schemes and also have access to a 'funder finder' which can assist in locating suitable sources of funding for specific groups or activities.

Contact the County Arts Team on 01905 766247 for details.
Go to Worcestershire County Council's website

Awards for All

Awards for All is a Lottery grants scheme for local communities. For an application pack
contact 0845 600 2040


Visit the Awards for All website

How can I find out what's going on in the district?

We distribute leaflets, flyers and posters for all events across the District. The information is usually on display at the Wyre Forest District Council receptions, libraries and Town Hall.

During the summer we put on a number of activities for children. Every school has a delivery of brochures before the end of term to let children and parents know of activities taking place.

Visit our what's on webpage

Go to the What's On in Worcestershire website

I would like to have an arts project for my group but do not know where to start?

Please contact Arts Development Officer to discuss any ideas, no matter how vague the idea may seem.

By telephone on: 01562 732977

Alternatively, you can email the Arts Development Officer

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