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Idlewild Trust Arts Grants
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Last updated: 17/07/2025

The Idlewild Trust was founded in 1974 and awards grants of up to £7,000 to UK registered charities.
Through the Arts grants area we aim to support training opportunities for professionals, working creatively and backstage, within the performing and visual arts, at an early stage in their careers.
We’re interested in programmes that nurture the talent of professional performing artists, creatives and those working in backstage roles.
Who can apply?
Charities
Heritage areas
Type of funding
Project/Project Development Grant, Training Travel Grant
Size of grant
Not specified
Geographic eligibility
UK
Application type
no
Expected response time
By the end of November or by the beginning of July
Additional information
Each year the Trust has two annual funding rounds with meetings usually held in May and November. Deadlines can be found on the Idlewild Trust website.
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