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Funding to Support the Development of Underrepresented Arts Organisations (Wales)
The Arts Council of Wales is making grants of up to £75,000 available to support the development of arts organisations that have typically experienced barriers to accessing funding and opportunities.
Funded by the National Lottery, the Creative Steps for Organisations programme aims to support the organisational and business development of organisations led by ethnically and culturally diverse people, deaf, disabled or neurodivergent people.
The type of activities that can be applied for include:
- Peer-to-peer learning -
- Training courses
- Building Networks
- Mentorship / Coaching
- Business Development / Social Media / Marketing Advice
- Website Development / Marketing Materials / Equipment or Materials -
Applications are invited at three funding levels:
- Early-stage/Exploratory Phase (£500-£10,000)
- Second Stage/Testing and Development Phase (£10,001-£50,000)
- Third Stage/Development of a Sustainable Business Model (£50,001-£75,000)
Applicants are able to apply for up to 90% of the project cost.
The deadline for applications is 12pm on 25 November 2026.
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12th November 2026