General News

The new Creative East Devon Fund is now accepting applications.
Deadline: Wednesday 15 November

The Jack Riley Trust provides grants to individuals in financial need between ages of 12 and 25, learning institutions and youth groups within Devon, particularly, but not exclusively, in the area of the arts. Enquiries initially by e-mail to jackrileytrust@gmail.com.
Deadline: Ongoing

Coming up this month, ACED brings you free training on fundraising for your cultural projects and events, as well as free training for museums on collections care. Other news: October ACED Meeting Say Hello to our New ACED Champions New Training + Funding...

This month, we have launched new ACED training in collections care. If you haven't already, please take a look at the new ACED website too. Other news: Next ACED Network meeting: 11 October, Sidmouth Latest artist calls New funding and training opportunities View the...

The next round of Arts Council Funding for individual creative and cultural practitioners opens today for grants between £2,000 – £12,000.
Deadline: 10 August 2023

The new CLTF launches on Monday 12 June. Community organisations can apply for up to £20,000 to help decarbonise their arts venue, e.g. solar PV panels, air source heat pumps, EV charging points.
Deadline: 21 July 2023

It's Volunteers Week 2023 - an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering in their communities. Get involved! New Culture, Leisure and Tourism Fund launches Don't forget to book your place at our next ACED Network...

We know that having access to culture and creativity can help us stay well, get well and live longer high quality lives. This week we’re celebrating national creativity and wellbeing week and the positive impacts culture and creativity have on our health and wellbeing...

Applications are now invited for the THG Open 2023. The Open is a key part of THG’s exhibition programme showcasing the rich talent of both established and emerging contemporary visual artists living in the South West. Overall winner: Solo exhibition and £500 prize...

This month, we have launched new ACED training in collections care. If you haven't already, please take a look at the new ACED website too. Other news: Next ACED Network meeting: 11 October, Sidmouth Latest artist calls New funding and training opportunities View the...

The next round of Arts Council Funding for individual creative and cultural practitioners opens today for grants between £2,000 – £12,000.
Deadline: 10 August 2023

The new CLTF launches on Monday 12 June. Community organisations can apply for up to £20,000 to help decarbonise their arts venue, e.g. solar PV panels, air source heat pumps, EV charging points.
Deadline: 21 July 2023

It's Volunteers Week 2023 - an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering in their communities. Get involved! New Culture, Leisure and Tourism Fund launches Don't forget to book your place at our next ACED Network...

We know that having access to culture and creativity can help us stay well, get well and live longer high quality lives. This week we’re celebrating national creativity and wellbeing week and the positive impacts culture and creativity have on our health and wellbeing...

Applications are now invited for the THG Open 2023. The Open is a key part of THG’s exhibition programme showcasing the rich talent of both established and emerging contemporary visual artists living in the South West. Overall winner: Solo exhibition and £500 prize...

Wednesday 28 June, 10.00-12.00 at Axminster Guildhall Focus on funding opportunities with Arts Council England and National Heritage Lottery Fund. Introduction to Arts Council Programmes, Ceri Johnson, ACE Introduction to National Lottery Heritage Fund, Kelly...

Membership is free to cultural organisations and individuals who fulfil the following criteria: You work in the cultural sector in East Devon You are committed to furthering the ambitions outlined in the East Devon Cultural Strategy You are committed to the values...

Major funders are increasingly looking to invest in culture organisations that are environmentally conscious e.g. one of Arts Council England's four investment principles is environmental responsibility, National Lottery Heritage Fund also has a similar requirement....

Learn how best to recruit and retain volunteers for your East Devon arts organisation, venue, museum or festival - we recommend attending both sessions. Making your volunteer opportunities standout: Thursday 27 April, 10 - 1  What motivates volunteers and trends in...