Art grants

If you are organising or running an activity or scheme within the city boundary that -

• is open to the general public
• serves an identified interest group
• increases the range of art opportunities available to local communities
• supports and celebrates cultural diversity
• supports and develops local artistic talent

You may be able to apply for a grant of up to £5000 to assist you. Grants are offered throughout the year.

Apply online now using the form below -

Fund details

• grants will not exceed £5000
• applicants need to demonstrate a clear need for grant aid
• applications should be submitted at least six weeks before the start of activity to allow for processing. If an opportunity has arisen at short notice, please telephone us to discuss and we will try to accommodate these circumstances
• individual applicants will be asked to provide two independent referees in support of their application
• awards will not be made retrospectively
• grants will not be made for travel or individual tuition
• charity fundraising events, private parties, political and religious events are not eligible
• grants can not be transferred to other parties or projects

Hull City Council retains absolute discretion in the awarding of funding grants to arts. Applicants will be notified in writing of the decision.

Contact us

You will need an appointment to visit us in person.

City Arts unit
Hull City Council
4th floor
Kingston House
Bond Street
Hull
HU1 3ER

Tel: 01482 300 300
Text phone: 01482 300 349
Email: grantstoarts@hullcc.gov.uk