Crowdfunding for arts - Learn from our experts

Learn from our experts in this FREE series for individual artists, groups and organisations .

If you're new to crowdfunding and want to learn more about how to make it work for you, you're in the right place! Get the advice you need to start raising money for your idea.

This series, broken down into the three key stages, is suitable for anyone who is thinking about crowdfunding in the arts sector, from charities to social enterprises, individuals and community groups. It doesn't matter how much you're trying to raise – the fundamentals to running a successful crowdfund are the same. There will also be an opportunity to get one-to-one guidance for your project.

What's involved?

For each of the three key stages, there is a short PDF guide and a live webinar session, where our experts will share their insider knowledge and expertise.

We recommend that you download and read through each guide before joining the corresponding webinar. If you miss one of the live sessions, don't worry - you'll be able to watch it back in your own time. Finally, there is a online Q&A surgery session where you can ask any remaining questions and get tips specifically for your campaign. Using the guides and advice in the webinars, you'll plan, create and run your own Crowdfunder project.

(Please note: This is an online event)

Schedule

Webinar 1

Planning your project - click here to watch on YouTube now

Using our guide to planning your project, you'll learn how to build a strong foundation for your campaign. Join the live webinar session or watch it back later for experts guidance on getting set for success.

Webinar 2

Creating your project - click here to watch on YouTube now

Find out how to make the perfect Crowdfunder project page with easy-to-follow tips and advice on telling your story and rewarding your supporters. Join the live webinar session or watch it back later for the inside scoop on making your page stand out to the Crowd.

Webinar 3

Running your project - click here to watch on YouTube now

Get ready to launch with the final part of our three-part guide, packed with practical advice on promoting your project. Join the live webinar session or watch it back later for our top tips on connecting with your Crowd.

Q&A

Live surgery session @ 5.00pm Thursday 4th May
Our crowdfunding experts answer any remaining questions you might have in this online drop-in session. You can leave comments and ask questions in real time, getting the answers you need quickly.

Up to £10,000 of extra funding for artists and arts organisations

Supporting a dynamic and captivating English arts scene

We want to discover England’s most exciting artists and arts organisations- who are bringing something to their local community or the people and communities around them.

With the support of the Arts Council England, we have £125,000 of extra funding to put towards crowdfunding projects. Do you have an artistic project or an idea that will help you develop as an artist? If so, you could get up to £10,000 extra funding towards your crowdfunding project.

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