Grant funding available for cultural activities
27 February 2024
Cheshire East is inviting applications to local organisations to deliver cultural activities with funding support from the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
For the purposes of these grants, cultural activities are defined as arts, heritage, museums, festivals and events, new media and creative and digital industries. Organisations may apply for 80 per cent of their project’s cost up to a maximum of £10,000.
It is expected that the wide remit of what the grant can be used for will attract a large number of applicants, who need to represent one of the following:
- a voluntary or community organisation;
- a town or parish council; or
- a registered charity or not for profit organisation
In addition to delivery of cultural activity, grants may also support sustainability of local cultural organisations, providing that what they deliver takes place in the borough and is for the benefit of Cheshire East residents.
Councillor Mark Goldsmith, chair of Cheshire East Council’s economy and growth committee, said: “This is a great opportunity 
for an incredibly wide range of organisations to deliver really effective projects, which can benefit people already well immersed in the local arts community and those looking to become more engaged. Good luck with your applications!”
The scheme is now open and the deadline to submit applications is midday on Sunday 24 March. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their grant submissions on Tuesday 26 March.
Application forms are available by emailing culturaleconomy@cheshireeast.gov.uk
Photo credit: A live event at Lyceum Square in summer 2023: Pete Robinson – Crewe Photographic Society