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NLPG Taster Workshop: How to Apply for the National Lottery Project Grant

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TypeWorkshop
LocationOnline
Apply before 4th June 2025
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This introductory session is designed to help artists, creatives, and cultural organisations gain a better understanding of how to apply for funding through the Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant (NLPG).

This introductory session is designed to help artists, creatives, and cultural organisations gain a better understanding of how to apply for funding through the Arts Council England National Lottery Project Grant (NLPG).

Participants will gain a clear understanding of eligibility requirements, how to align their project with Arts Council priorities, and how to avoid common mistakes that lead to rejected applications.

WHAT WILL THE SESSION COVER?

1) ELIGIBILITY: ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?

  • Key Question: Am I eligible to apply for this grant based on my individual or organisational status?

2) ALIGNING YOUR PROJECT WITH ARTS COUNCIL PRIORITIES

  • Key Question: How do I demonstrate that my project aligns with the funding priorities of the Arts Council?

3) AVOIDING COMMON PITFALLS: WHY APPLICATIONS GET REJECTED

Key Question: What are the most common reasons applications for this grant are rejected, and how can I avoid them?

4) Q&A: Open the floor to participant questions about specific projects or parts of the application process.


ABOUT LARA

Lara Monro is a freelance bid writer, funding consultant and journalist with 10+ years of experience working in the arts and larger cultural fields. As a result of her diverse experience in the arts, she established Working With, a hybrid consulting platform for:

  • Bid writing
  • Access support Assistance

Over the last 3 years, Lara has supported over 200 creative practitioners and arts organisations, raising funds of over £200K in successful grant applications.

Follow-Up Support: Lara offers 15 min consultation calls to discuss how she can support you in the application process - get in touch via her email: lara@workingwith.ukIG: @workingwith__

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