The National Portfolio Creative People and Places funding focuses on parts England where involvement in creativity and culture is significantly below the national average. It funds partners in local areas to empower residents to decide what kind of creative activity they want to experience on their doorstep.
Grants of between £750,000 and £1 million will be available over three years. The funding is for programmes in 142 eligible locations that support the public in shaping local arts and cultural provision and, in so doing, increase attendance and participation in excellent art and culture. Activities must be delivered over three years and take place, starting on 1 April 2026 and ending by 31 March 2029.
It is expected that at least 15% of the total project costs should come from other sources.
Both existing and new Creative People and Places programmes can apply. The group must include representatives from community groups and cultural organisations. This can consist of arts organisations, museums, libraries, amateur groups and voluntary and community sector groups.
Lead applicants must have an initial conversation with an Arts Council England Relationship Manager before applying. This must be done before 19 December 2024.
The deadline for applications is 16 January 2025 (noon).
Sunderland is an eligible location. A lead applicant must apply on behalf of a partnership of organisations to carry out activities. The group must include representatives from community groups and cultural organisations.
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