FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round
Offered by Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) x Amazon Music
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The deadline was May 29, 2026. It has run before and is expected to return. Leave your email and we'll send you one message when it reopens.
- Deadline
- May 29, 2026 (passed)
- Award / support
- Up to £8,000 (grants)
- Who it's for
- Artists
- What it funds
- Recording & releasing, Touring & live shows, Marketing & promotion
- Location
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Organizer
- Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) x Amazon Music
- Runs again
- Yes — this one comes back
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About this opportunity
Annual grant programme for independent UK artists, run by Featured Artists Coalition and powered by Amazon Music. Supports artist-career projects such as recording/releasing, content creation/marketing and tour support. The official FAC page says applications for Step Up 2026 are not yet open; artists are advised to sign up for FAC PRO membership/updates to hear when applications open.
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- When is the deadline for FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round?
- The last deadline was May 29, 2026 and applications are currently closed. It has run before and is expected to return.
- Who offers FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round?
- It is offered by Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) x Amazon Music, based in United Kingdom, United Kingdom.
- What funding or support does FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round offer?
- Up to £8,000 (grants)
- Who can apply for FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round?
- We list it for artists.
- How do I apply for FAC Step Up Fund (powered by Amazon Music) — 2026 round?
- Applications are closed right now. Subscribe on this page to get one email when it reopens, or browse similar open opportunities on GrantGigs.
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