Theatre & Creative Funding -Alt fin - NGO's, Trusts, Foundations & Grants

About this event

Unlocking Funding for Theatre, Creative Arts, Digital Arts and Video Games in the UK: A Comprehensive Guide to Trusts, NGOs, Charities, and Foundations - updated for Summer 2025.

Are you a theatre practitioner, arts organization or freelancer in the UK looking to secure funding for your next project? This workshop takes you beyond Arts Council Funding and starts to explore alternative methods of finance, based on success stories at Future Artists over the past 15 years.

So whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, accessing financial support can be a complex and competitive process. This event is designed to guide you through the intricate world of trusts, NGOs, charities, and foundations, helping you unlock the funds you need to bring your creative vision to life.

Relevant for Theatre, Creative Arts, Video Games and Film creators.

This workshop has been ran 2x previously and is now updated with a comprehensive crowd sourced list of FUNDING in the UK which will be e-mailed to each partcipant - updated as of Sept 2025.

What You’ll Learn:

Understanding the Landscape: Gain insights into the types of organizations that offer funding for theatre in the UK, including trusts, NGOs, charities, and foundations.

Identifying the Right Funds: Learn how to research and identify the most appropriate funding sources for your specific needs, whether you're seeking support for production costs, community outreach, or innovative projects.

Crafting Winning Applications: Discover the key elements of a successful funding application, from writing compelling proposals to demonstrating the impact of your work.

Building Relationships: Explore strategies for establishing and nurturing relationships with funders to increase your chances of securing ongoing support.

Case Studies and Success Stories: Hear how Future Artists have been using alt finance for the past 15 years.

Who Should Attend:

This event is ideal for theatre artists, producers, directors, arts administrators, and anyone involved in the UK’s theatre scene who is seeking funding for their projects. Whether you're part of an established organization or an independent artist, this event will provide valuable insights and practical advice to help you secure the resources you need.

Event Details:

The event is online and live, with time for a Q+A at the end, so we can discuss your project needs. The event is camera off, so you can listen in and discuss via the chat function. If you can't make the live event, the video will be availible on demand for up to 30 days, so you can watch anywhere and at anytime.

Navigating the funding landscape can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and approach, you can secure the financial support necessary to bring your theatre projects to fruition.

Book your spot today and start unlocking the potential of funding for your work!

Places are limited, so that participants can get involved in the Q&A and everyone has an opportunity to discuss their specific project. This workshop is also Arts Council England subsidized, and so tickets are £15 instead of £50. Thank you, ACE!

Links for more information:

About your host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markashmore

Info on Mark Ashmore FRSA:

• www.futureartists.net

FAQ:

• The workshop will be camera-off, and the Q&A will be via an online chat, so you can listen in.
• A video of the workshop will be available for all participants to watch on demand. So if you can't make the day, you can still watch anywhere, anytime.
• Mark Ashmore is also available to consult. Get in touch at Markashmorefrsa@gmail.com