Fund for arts and cultural events and activities in Bristol now open!

‘‘Hello,

We are pleased to announce that Bristol City Council’s Originators 22-23 Fund is now open.

The Originators Fund supports Bristol-based organisations and individuals to deliver arts and cultural events and activities in the city.

For this round of funding, we will accept applications for grants between £500-£5000, for work that will take place between May 2022-April 2023.

The deadline for all applications is 5pm on Tuesday 8 February. .

More information about the fund, a Guidance Document and Application Form is available on our website. The Guidance Document gives more details about the fund, what we are looking to support and how to apply.

We will also be holding the following online sessions where you can find out more about the Originators 22-23 Fund.

Information Event, Thursday 13th January, 11am
Presentation on the fund, case studies from previous successful applicants and Q&A

Book here.

1:1 Advice sessions
Book a 15 minute session with a member of the Arts & Events Team to talk about your ideas/ project proposal.

Tuesday 18 January 10am – 1pm
Thursday 20 January 5pm – 8pm

Book here

We have a vision to make arts and culture accessible for all Bristol citizens. Please do get in touch if you require any of these documents in an alternative format, experience any challenges or barriers to applying to the fund or have any specific access requirements.

Our email address is cityartfunds@bristol.gov.uk and you can leave a message for the Team on 0117 922 2716.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Best wishes,
The Arts & Events Team’’