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Brighton & Hove Pride is very pleased to launch the 2019 Pride Cultural Development Fund Artists’ Small Grant Award for individual artists, groups and community organisations.

Up to £15,000 of Pride’s 2018 community fundraising  is earmarked for community grants to help artists participate Pride Arts & Cultural programme 2019 and to continue to promote Pride’s diverse programme.

What can I apply for?
Awards of up to £250 are available to help individual artists or small community groups to cover the cost of developing a creative project for participation in Brighton & Hove Pride 2019. This can include costs for costumes, instruments, artist fees and venue hire for performance, rehearsal or studio space. There are also a small number of awards up to £1,000 for larger scale projects with broad community impact. Potential recipients can apply for multiple grants for different projects.

Who is eligible to apply?
• Individual Artists
• Local community groups
• Local voluntary or charitable organisations

What is the criteria?
In order to be considered for the grant, you should have a project in development and all applicants must;
1. Be based in Brighton & Hove (or have a connection to the city)
2. Be fully committed to cultural diversity and social inclusion in the arts
3. Be able to demonstrate a proven track record of your arts practice

When is the deadline for my application?
All applications for a Pride Cultural Development Fund Artists’ Small Grant Award must be received by Monday 20th May 2019. A panel will select the winning entries and if successful you will be notified by email by the first week of June 2019. Decisions are final and there will be no system of appeal.

How do I apply?
To apply please complete the application form HERE. All applications must be received no later than 5pm on Monday 20th May 2019. Unfortunately, applications submitted after this deadline cannot be considered. If you need have any questions, please email artsandfilm@brighton-pride.org.