Small Grants For Groups To Get Creative

The latest round of funding for groups in Ards to get creative is now open for applications.

Small grants of up to £250 are available from Ards Arts Committee for any local community, arts or special interest groups which would like to develop new community arts activities or to enhance an existing project. Individual artists can also apply through the scheme to fund training which will develop their artistic skills.

The current funding applies to projects happening in January, February and March 2010 and the closing date for applications is 4.30pm on Monday 30th November 2009. For further information, advice and an application form, contact Amy McKelvey, Community Arts Development Officer at Ards Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, BT23 4DB, Tel: 028 9181 0803. Forms can also be downloaded from the Council’s web site at www.ards-council.gov.uk/services/arts-funding.