Department for Culture Media and Sport
funding for the arts
How the arts are funded
The arts in England are funded through a wide range of sources. These include Government subsidy, box office earnings, private donations and business sponsorship as well as funding from trusts and foundations.
This section will give you information on what funding is available and where you can apply for it, including:
If you want to take something away to read later, you can download the updated “Guide to Arts Funding in England”.
Government Funding for the arts
DCMS funds the arts through Arts Council England, the national body for the arts in England.
Local Authorities
Local authorities are the second largest supporters of the arts in England. They are not required to provide funding for the arts, but most do. Many also support the arts through providing venues and advice & information services.
Directgov provides links to all UK local authority websites.
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