Fundraising Support
FUNDING & SUSTAINABILITY
Working together to transform young lives through music across Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire by building a sustainable funding model for high-quality music education.
Overview
The GSW Music Hub is an innovative partnership bringing together music education across three counties, serving over 800 schools and approximately 250,000 children and young people. Our vision is to ensure every child and young person across our region has access to high-quality, inclusive music education opportunities that meet local needs and allow them to fulfil their musical potential.
THE BRIT TRUST
Deadline: 30th April 2026 Amount: Varies Focus: The BRIT Trust welcomes applications for grant funding consistent with its mission of "improving lives through the power of music and the creative arts”.
Funds Relevant For Schools In Particular
(If you have a project / idea in mind that you might wish to put in a bid for but feel you need more support please reach out to Deborah@dpconsulting.co.uk.)
Also this can be a helpful AI tool Application Hints and Tips (AI Generated)
Funding For Music In Schools - Download Here
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND – NATIONAL LOTTERY PROJECT GRANTS
Deadline: Rolling Amount: £1,000 - £100,000 Focus: Open access programme for arts, libraries and museums projects.
ESMÉE FAIRBAIRN FOUNDATION
Deadline: Rolling Amount: Various Focus: Children and young people's participation in music.
GARFIELD WESTON FOUNDATION
Deadline: Rolling Amount: Various Focus: Supports a wide range of charities that make a positive difference, working in different sectors in the UK, including youth, community and the arts.
Training Opportunities
Individual organisation/person fundraising lab
2 hour one to one session with Deborah Potts (previous CEO of The Music Works who has raised over £40million for creative arts organisations)
Register Here - deborah@dpconsulting.co.uk
FREE Introduction Workshops - Run by 'Get Grants'
Thursday 14th May 2026, 12pm – 1pm
Introduction to Trusts & Foundations Workshop
Monday 1st June 2026, 1pm – 2pm
Introduction to Digital Fundraising Workshop
Tuesday 14th July 2026, 10am – 11am
Introduction to Major Donor Fundraising Workshop
Tuesday 8th September 2026, 1pm – 2pm
Introduction to Storytelling in Fundraising Workshop
Success Stories
Have a story to share? We'd love to hear how funding has made a difference for you!
If you have a successful project, case study, or impact story, please get in touch.
Let’s inspire others with the power of music and community.
GSW MUSIC HUB FUNDING FORUM
We’re launching a pilot Music Hub Funding Forum to help strengthen connections across the music education community. This is your opportunity to:
- Connect with other music education organisations
- Share funding ideas and opportunities
- Collaborate on joint funding applications
- Access exclusive resources and support
If you're interested in shaping this new initiative and being part of the conversation from the start click below.
Music Funding Guide
This guide has been created by GSW Music Hub to help music organisations find and secure funding from trusts, foundations and grant-making bodies to deliver more music activities for children and young people across Gloucestershire, Swindon and Wiltshire.
Whether you need help to understand where to look for grants or creating your case for support then this is a great guide to get you started.
SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BI-WEEKLY FUNDING BULLETIN
This page is just a snapshot of available funding. Stay up-to-date with the latest funding opportunities, success stories, and resources delivered straight to your inbox.
On the subscribe form choose 'Children, Families and Education' and tick the 'GSW Music Hub Fundraising' option.
CONTACT US
For more information about funding opportunities or to discuss your specific needs, please get in touch with our team.