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Small Events Grant Programme Opens for 2023

01 March 2023

The Ulster-Scots Agency has opened its Ulster-Scots Small Events Grants programme for 2023.

Please note: This funding programme has now closed.

This fund supports events from 1 April to 31 December 2023, including Ulster-Scots events to celebrate the forthcoming Coronation in May.

The programme aims to support the delivery of small community events in Ulster-Scots communities and can cover a range of Ulster-Scots themes. The events also allows the Ulster-Scots Agency to work with groups to raise awareness of Ulster-Scots language, heritage, and culture; and increase the Ulster-Scots activity being delivered in communities.

Examples of how the Small Events Grant can be used include:

▪️ Ulster-Scots Coronation Events
▪️ Ulster-Scots Fun Days
▪️ Masterclasses or concerts
▪️ Events that demonstrate the history and traditions of Ulster-Scots including music, dance, storytelling, historical visits; or
▪️ Events that celebrate influential Ulster-Scots figures.

Funding for exhibitions and events marking Ulster-Scots Language Week in late November is also available.

Groups interested in applying should visit Ulster-Scots Agency website, follow the link for Small Events and register HERE.

An application form and guidelines will be emailed to the group after a successful registration.

The maximum grant available is £1,000 (minimum of £500) and this can be used to fund one or two events. Groups must provide match funding of at least 10%. Support is available from the Ulster-Scots Community Network if groups require assistance with their submission.

Projects must be delivered up to 31 December 2023 and groups should submit an application form at least one month before their planned event.

Please note: Funding is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until the fund is fully allocated.

For further information, contact the Agency’s Community Development Officer Derek Reaney on reaneyd@ulsterscotsagency.org.uk or 07843 279 912.