SCOTTISH ARTS COUNCIL PUBLISHES GUIDE TO FUNDS 2007/08

9th March 2007

Following its strategic funding review in 2006, the Scottish Arts Council has now published its "Guide to Funds 2007 /08". The new priorities include includes a sharper focus on the needs of artist; ensuring a healthy, sustainable arts sector; and reinforcing the Arts Council''s commitment to improving the opportunities for people who wish to participate in the arts.

In addition, Arts Council has established a group of Foundation Organisations, with the aim of providing more sustainable funding. The Council has also established a pool of flexible funding, to new and the innovative activities. The applications deadlines to the Scottish Arts Council maybe one or more of the following. The 2nd April, 2nd July, 1st October 2007 and the 14th January 2008 (for projects taking place after 1 April 2008, subject to confirmation of available funds).

For further information see - http://www.scottisharts.org.uk/1/funding.aspx
www.scottisharts.org.uk/1/funding.aspx