Grant News

The Hugo Burge Foundation has launched its 2025 grants programme, offering up to £15,000 for projects that foster creativity, community engagement, and artistic development across the UK. The foundation was established in memory of cultural advocate Hugo Burge and continues his vision of nurturing creativity and sustaining artistic practice across the UK.

The programme supports three strands:

• Creative Education funds schools, charities, and cultural organisations providing young people (aged 0–29) with creative opportunities. Eligible projects may include workshops, materials, or cultural trips that build skills and inspire future artistic development. Grants of up to £15,000 are available, with projects under £10,000 potentially fully funded.
• Creative Communities supports festivals, fairs, and community organisations that use arts and culture to strengthen local life. Projects must involve people as active participants, not just audiences, ensuring inclusive and meaningful experiences. Applicants can apply for up to £15,000, with larger projects required to secure at least 30% of their budget elsewhere.
• Creative Individuals is open to artists, writers, and craftspeople over 18, restricted in 2025 to those based in Scotland. Funding of up to £5,000 is available for specific projects, from research and development to training, materials, or creative time.

The next application deadline is 30 September 2025.