Introduction

The Culture Investment Programme has replaced the Council’s previous grant schemes for arts and culture.

Acorn – How to apply

The Culture Investment Programme Acorn Funding is open to a wide range of organisations and community groups, as well as individuals, to deliver high quality creative and cultural activity for the benefit of citizens. Grants of up to £2,500 are available to support eligible activities which include:-

• New, one-off pilot cultural projects.
• Tests for new cultural activity (this can be as part of a recurring event – e.g. an annual festival).
• The retention of emerging talent and development of established organisations to pilot new projects.
• Activities that reflect the creative and cultural diversity of Aberdeen. This includes activities by, with, or for those with protected characteristics and those living in the most disadvantaged areas of the city.

The deadline for applications is Thursday 30 April at 5pm.

Please download the Acorn Funding guidelines and application form below.

Please read the guidelines and general advice before completing your application form. If you require further support or translation of a document into Gaelic or another language or if you require BSL support please contact creativefunding@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Acorn Funding Webinar

Tuesday 14 April from 5-6pm

This webinar is an opportunity to find out more about the Cultural Investment Acorn Funding, which is launched on Tuesday 14 April.

To reserve your place, please book online.

For one to one support with applications, online sessions can also be arranged by emailing creativefunding@aberdeencity.gov.uk