MUSIC FUNDING: ARTIST GRANTS & SUPPORT IN 2026
ARTICLE - 04/12/2025
Scroll through our Music Funding Map's list of grants for your creative projects and make sure to fully and correctly fill out any funds that catch your eye. Independent artist or record label, there'll be something for you.
Funding & Grants in UK & Europe
Beatport Next Open Call 2026 | Global | Apply here
Breakout Artist Programme | UK and Ireland | Apply here
Launchpad Fund | Wales, UK | Apply here
Sound City Artist Talent Development Programme | UK | Apply here
mjf soundcheck | Greater Manchester, UK | Apply here
Access to Artist Merchandise (ATAM) | UK | Apply here
MOBO Help Musicians Amplified | UK | Apply here
Launchpad Connect | Yorkshire, UK | Apply here
BBC Young Composer Workshops 2026 | UK | Apply here
Future Bubblers | UK | Apply here
QH Unsigned Awards | UK | Apply here
PPL Momentum Accelerator | North England and Wales, UK | Apply here
iluvlive Artist Development Programme | UK | Apply here
Roundhouse Artist Residency | London, UK | Apply here
Future Producer Academy | United Kingdom | Apply here
True Music Fund x She Said So | United Kingdom + beyond | Apply here
MOBO Unsung 2026 | United Kingdom or Ireland| Apply here
Incubator Programme | London, United Kingdom | Apply here
Sound of Young Scotland Award | Scotland, United Kingdom | Apply here
AmplifyWorld Artist Fund | Worldwide | Apply here
Sound Generator | United Kingdom | Apply here
PPL Momentum Music Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
PRS - Hitmaker Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
Janice Long Bursary | United Kingdom | Apply here
Women Make Music | United Kingdom | Apply here
POWER UP | United Kingdom | Apply here
NextGen Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
Catalyser Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
Trailblazer Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
Steve Reid InNOVAtion Award | United Kingdom | Apply here
International Showcase Fund | United Kingdom | Apply here
Help Musicians UK | United Kingdom | Apply here
PRS Foundation | United Kingdom | Apply here
Musicians Union | United Kingdom | Apply here
British Council | United Kingdom | Apply here
Anthem. | Wales | Apply here
Creative Scotland | Scotland | Apply here
Arts Council England | England | Apply here
Music Capital Scheme | Ireland | Apply here
Funding & Grants in USA & Canada
GRAMMY Museum Grants Program | USA and Canada | Apply here
BMI Foundation | USA | Apply here
AmplifyWorld Artist Fund | Worldwide | Apply here
Reel Change: The Fund for Diversity in Film Scoring | USA | Apply here
New Music USA | USA | Apply here
National Endowment for the Arts | USA | Apply here
Factor | Canada | Apply here
Funding & Grants in Australia, Africa & Asia
AmplifyWorld Artist Fund | Worldwide | Apply here
Creative Australia | Australia | Apply here
Australia Council for the Arts | Australia | Apply here
APRA AMCOS | Australia | Apply here
Live Music Events Fund | Adelaide, Australia | Apply here
Sound Connects Fund | Southern Africa | Apply here
Music in Africa Foundation | Africa | Apply here
Tote Board Arts Fund | Singapore | Apply here
African Human Rights Music Competition | Africa | Apply here
NZ on Air | New Zealand | Apply here
Arts grants can be a fantastic opportunity for creative professionals seeking to fund their music careers. One major advantage of grants is that they usually don’t require repayment. However, they are highly competitive and not accessible to everyone. To succeed, you’ll need to clearly demonstrate your worthiness and show exactly how you plan to use the funding.
Instead of sending out generic or mass applications, take the time to research each grant and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria. Tailor your application to align with what the grant provider is looking for. Understanding their goals and priorities will significantly increase your chances of success.
When crafting your application, use clear and straightforward language. Make it easy for reviewers to understand why you deserve the funding and how it will be used. Avoid unnecessary jargon or complexity, and review your application carefully to ensure it meets all the requirements before submitting. Take the time to perfect it—you want to present your best possible case.
Securing funding can be a challenging and competitive process, but receiving a grant can be an incredible stepping stone to continue creating music. If your application is unsuccessful, don’t lose heart. Remember, you’re competing with many other talented independent artists, and persistence is key.
Additionally, there are other ways to support your music career, such as crowdfunding projects. Explore all your options, stay resilient, and keep pushing forward!