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I AM Fund Opens: Supporting Young People in the Performing Arts
Applications are now open for the I AM Fund.
This Grant Programme is designed to support organisations and projects that work with young people in the performing arts.
The fund opens on Monday 26 January 2026 and will close on Monday 9 March 2026 (11.59pm).
It aims to back creative initiatives that help young people build confidence, skills and artistic expression through performance.
What the I AM Fund supports
The I AM Fund is designed to remove financial barriers that can prevent young people from accessing the performing arts. Funding can be used to support a wide range of creative activity, including:
- Performing arts workshops and training programmes
- Rehearsals and performances
- Equipment, resources and materials
- Other creative projects that directly benefit young people
By investing in organisations that are embedded in their local communities, the fund helps ensure young performers have opportunities to explore their creativity, develop self-belief and take meaningful steps in their artistic journeys.
Who can apply?
The fund is open to eligible organisations and projects that work with young people in the performing arts.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early and make sure all required information is submitted before the deadline.
Key dates
Grant window opens: Monday 26 January 2026
Applications close: 11.59pm on Monday 9 March 2026
For full eligibility criteria and details on how to apply, click here.
If your organisation supports young people through creative performance, this is a valuable opportunity to secure funding and make a lasting impact.
