National Lottery Extended Programme Fund - Creative Scotland

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What does this involve?

The National Lottery Extended Programme Fund is a time-limited funding programme for non-profit artistic, creative and cultural organisations based in Scotland. 

Organisations can apply for between £100,000 and £200,000 for programmes of creative activity that last between 18 and 24 months. 

The types of activity eligible for funding are: 

  • programmes of activity for audiences, such as programming a gallery, venue or arts centre, or to develop and present an arts or cultural festival 
  • programmes of developmental activity that are open and accessible to the wider creative community

The deadline to apply is Tuesday 14 November 2023. 

Am I eligible?

Yes, if you are a constituted non-profit artistic, creative or cultural organisation based in Scotland. 

What does this cost?

This is a free service.

Who is this for?

Constituted non-profit artistic, creative or cultural organisations based in Scotland.

How long does this take?

Applicants will receive a decision within 16 weeks of applying. 

This timeline will change between September and December 2023 to account for the Christmas public holidays. More information is available on the Creative Scotland website.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday 14 November 2023. 

Important information

Due to the timescales involved in delivering this fund, organisations can only make one application. If unsuccessful, you will not be able to reapply.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday 14 November 2023. 

Next steps

Visit the Creative Scotland website for more information and to apply. 

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