Regular Grant Funding Scheme in Ireland

Regular Grant Funding Scheme in Ireland

Deadline: 01-Dec-22

Culture Ireland has invited applications for the Regular Grant Funding Scheme to Irish professional artists, arts organisations and international presenters to present work by Irish artists at significant international venues and festivals.

In supporting an event, Culture Ireland offers grant funding towards travel and travel related costs which relate directly to the international presentation of the event, i.e. travel/transport, freight, accommodation and subsistence.

What does Culture Ireland mean by artistic quality?

Artistic quality can be defined as work that is ambitious, excellent and original, connects to audiences and has been presented nationally to critical acclaim.
It should be noted that the artistic quality of the proposed work is assessed using knowledge, experience and specialist advice.
Eligible Projects

Examples of eligible applications include:
Theatre, circus and dance performances by professional companies
Film-makers presenting films at key international film festivals
Performances by professional or professionally-led musicians and ensembles
Visual artists/galleries exhibiting at internationally recognised art fairs/galleries
Readings by writers/poets in English or Irish or otherwise at international literary festivals
Ineligible Projects

Examples of ineligible applications include:
Events which have already taken place
Research, opportunities, study or professional training
Production Costs
Residencies
Bursaries
Workshops/Conferences
Amateur events
Work by non-professional artists
Events of a competitive nature
Eligibility Criteria

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
Application must be in respect of an Irish professional artist/s or arts organisation
Application must be in respect of an art form defined under the Arts Act 2003
Only international events are supported (i.e. outside the island of Ireland)
The event must be accessible to an open public audience, promoted widely and fees must be payable to the artist/s or arts organisation.
Culture Ireland has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity. All applicants should be familiar with these values.
Consideration should be given to sustainability in all stages in the life-cycle of the project.
Applications deemed eligible are assessed in line with the following criteria:
Artistic quality of work and track record of artist/s or arts organisation
Financial and operational viability of the event (including fees and level of support from presenter/venue/other partners)
Profile of international venue/festival
Proven capacity of applicant, artist/s or arts organisation to present work internationally
Wider promotional and media impact
Note: Because of the competitive nature and context of each grant round, limited funding and a large number of applicants, eligibility and compliance with criteria for assessment alone do not guarantee that you will receive grant funding.

For more information, visit https://www.cultureireland.ie/funding/about/eligibility-requirements-and-criteria